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Thomas Crook

1798 – 1879

American politician

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Lived 1798 – 1879 (aged 81). Thomas Crook was an American politician.

Thomas Crook (May 22, 1798 Westminster, Windham County, Vermont – October 3, 1879) was an American politician from New York.

Life He was the son of James Crook (1777–1838) and Hannah (Martin) Crook (1767–1834). They removed to Beekmantown, New York before the War of 1812. On March 21, 1821, Thomas Crook married Hannah Elizabeth DeLong (1805–1874), and they had eight children.

In 1827, he was elected a Justice of the Peace of Beekmantown. He removed to the county seat, Plattsburgh, after his election as Sheriff. He was Sheriff of Clinton County from 1832 to 1834, and County Clerk from 1836 to 1838.

He was a member of the New York State Senate (2nd D.) in 1847; and (14th D.) again in 1850 and 1851.

He was buried at the Maple Hill Cemetery in Rouses Point, New York.

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Member of the State Senate of New York

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Thomas Crook?

American politician (1798-1879)

When was Thomas Crook born?

Thomas Crook was born on 22 May 1798.

When did Thomas Crook die?

Thomas Crook died on 3 October 1879.

What was Thomas Crook's occupation?

Thomas Crook was a politician.

What nationality was Thomas Crook?

Thomas Crook was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Thomas Crook

· Wikidata: Q7788720

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