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James H. Graham

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James H. Graham, Congressman from New York

James Harper Graham (September 18, 1812 – June 23, 1881) was an American politician from New York.

Life

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Born in Bovina, New York, Graham attended the public schools and then engaged in agricultural pursuits. He was Town Supervisor of Delhi and Chairman of the Delaware County Board of Supervisors.

Graham was elected as a Republican to the 36th United States Congress, holding office from March 4, 1859, to March 3, 1861.

He was a member of the New York State Assembly (Delaware Co., 2nd D.) in 1871; and of the New York State Senate (23rd D.) in 1872 and 1873.

Afterwards, he engaged in agricultural and mercantile pursuits. He died in Delhi on June 23, 1881, and was buried at the Woodland Cemetery.

References

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  • United States Congress. "James H. Graham (id: G000356)". Biographical Directory of the United States Congress.
U.S. House of Representatives
Preceded by Member of the U.S. House of Representatives
from New York's 19th congressional district

1859–1861
Succeeded by
New York State Assembly
Preceded by New York State Assembly
Delaware County, 2nd District

1871
Succeeded by
New York State Senate
Preceded by New York State Senate
23rd District

1872–1873
Succeeded by