Benjamin Wright Raymond
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Benjamin Wright Raymond (June 15, 1801 – April 6, 1883[2]) was an American politician who twice served as mayor of Chicago, Illinois (1839–1840, 1842–1843) for the Whig Party.
Quick Facts 3rd and 6th Mayor of Chicago, Preceded by ...
Benjamin Wright Raymond | |
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3rd and 6th Mayor of Chicago | |
In office 1842–1843 | |
Preceded by | Francis Cornwall Sherman |
Succeeded by | Augustus Garrett |
In office 1839–1840 | |
Preceded by | Buckner Stith Morris |
Succeeded by | Alexander Loyd |
Chicago Alderman from the 3rd Ward[1] | |
In office 1847–1848 Serving with J. Brinkerhoff | |
Preceded by | James Curtiss/ Michael Kehoe |
Succeeded by | William Jones |
Personal details | |
Born | (1801-06-15)June 15, 1801 Rome, New York |
Died | April 6, 1883(1883-04-06) (aged 81) Chicago, Illinois |
Resting place | Graceland Cemetery |
Political party | Whig |
Spouse | Amelia Porter |
Children | George Lansing Raymond |
Residence(s) | Chicago, Illinois |
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