About William S. Lincoln
Lived 1813 – 1893 (aged 79). William S. Lincoln was an American politician, lawyer and judge.
William Slosson Lincoln (August 13, 1813 – April 21, 1893) was a U.S. Representative from New York.
Early life William Slosson Lincoln was born on August 13, 1813, in Berkshire (now Newark Valley), Tioga County, New York, to Otis Lincoln. His father owner a lumber business, saw and grist mills and a tannery. Lincoln attended the common schools. He studied law and was admitted to the bar.
Career Lincoln worked in mercantile, lumbering and tanning businesses with his father.
Personal life
Lincoln married Helen Burbank. They had one daughter, Mrs. Sidney A. Kent.
Lincoln died on April 21, 1893, at his home at 1714 Massachusetts Avenue in Washington, D.C. He was interred in Oak Hill Cemetery in Washington, D.C.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was William S. Lincoln?
American politician (1813-1893)
When was William S. Lincoln born?
William S. Lincoln was born on 13 August 1813 in Berkshire.
When did William S. Lincoln die?
William S. Lincoln died on 21 April 1893 in Washington, D.C..
What was William S. Lincoln's occupation?
William S. Lincoln was a politician, lawyer and judge.
What nationality was William S. Lincoln?
William S. Lincoln was American.
Sources & further reading
· Wikipedia: William S. Lincoln
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