John I. Mitchell
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John Inscho Mitchell (July 28, 1838 – August 20, 1907) was an American lawyer, jurist, and Republican party politician from Tioga County, Pennsylvania. He served in the state legislature and represented Pennsylvania in both the U.S. House and Senate. He was later a judge in several state courts.
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John Inscho Mitchell | |
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United States Senator from Pennsylvania | |
In office March 4, 1881 – March 4, 1887 | |
Preceded by | William A. Wallace |
Succeeded by | Matthew S. Quay |
Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Pennsylvania's 16th district | |
In office March 4, 1877 – March 3, 1881 | |
Preceded by | Sobieski Ross |
Succeeded by | Robert J.C. Walker |
Member of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives | |
In office 1872-1876 | |
Personal details | |
Born | (1838-07-28)July 28, 1838 Tioga Township, Tioga County, Pennsylvania, U.S. |
Died | August 20, 1907(1907-08-20) (aged 69) Wellsboro, Pennsylvania, U.S. |
Political party | Republican |
Profession | Politician, Lawyer, Judge |
Military service | |
Allegiance | United States of America Union |
Branch/service | Union Army |
Years of service | 1862 – 1863 |
Rank | Captain |
Unit | 166th Pennsylvania Infantry Regiment |
Battles/wars | American Civil War |
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