About Josiah H. Bonney
Lived 1817 – 1887 (aged 70). Josiah H. Bonney was an American politician.
Josiah Hinman Bonney (February 14, 1817 – September 12, 1887) was an American businessman and politician.
Born in Steuben County, New York, Bonney moved to Iowa Territory and eventually settled in Keosauqua, Van Buren County, Iowa Territory. He was a merchant. He was elected the first sheriff of Van Buren County and was a Democrat. From 1843 to 1845, Bonney served in the Iowa Territorial Legislative Assembly. He served as Iowa Secretary of State from 1848 to 1850.
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Who was Josiah H. Bonney?
American businessman and politician
When was Josiah H. Bonney born?
Josiah H. Bonney was born on 14 February 1817 in Steuben County.
When did Josiah H. Bonney die?
Josiah H. Bonney died on 12 September 1887.
What was Josiah H. Bonney's occupation?
Josiah H. Bonney was a politician.
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Josiah H. Bonney was American.
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