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Thomas Marshal Bibighaus

1817 – 1853

American politician

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Lived 1817 – 1853 (aged 36). Thomas Marshal Bibighaus was an American politician and lawyer.

Thomas Marshal Bibighaus (March 17, 1817 – June 18, 1853) was an American politician and lawyer who served a single term in the United States House of Representatives, representing the 14th congressional district of Pennsylvania from 1851 to 1853 as a member of the Whig Party.

Early life and education Bibighaus was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, on March 17, 1817, to Henry Bibighaus and Maria Sarah Zumstein. He studied law.

Career Bibighaus was admitted to the bar in 1839; he commenced practice in Lebanon, Pennsylvania.

Bibighaus served a single term in the United States House of Representatives, representing the 14th congressional district of Pennsylvania from 1851 to 1853 as a member of the Whig Party.

Bibighaus's time in office began on March 4, 1851, and concluded on March 3, 1853. He served in the 32nd United States Congress.

Bibighaus was not a candidate for renomination in 1852 to the 33rd United States Congress due to ill health. Following his tenure in Congress, Bibighaus resumed practicing law in Lebanon, Pennsylvania until his death in 1853.

Personal life and death Bibighaus was married to Caroline E. Weistling, with whom he had seven children.

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Who was Thomas Marshal Bibighaus?

American politician (1817-1853)

When was Thomas Marshal Bibighaus born?

Thomas Marshal Bibighaus was born on 17 March 1817 in Philadelphia.

When did Thomas Marshal Bibighaus die?

Thomas Marshal Bibighaus died on 18 June 1853.

What was Thomas Marshal Bibighaus's occupation?

Thomas Marshal Bibighaus was a politician and lawyer.

What nationality was Thomas Marshal Bibighaus?

Thomas Marshal Bibighaus was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Thomas Marshal Bibighaus

· Wikidata: Q13219561

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