John Ruggles
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For the British Olympic sailor, see John Ruggles (sailor).
John Ruggles (October 8, 1789 ā June 20, 1874) was an American politician from the U.S. state of Maine. He served in several important state legislative and judicial positions before serving in the U.S. Senate.
Quick Facts United States Senator from Maine, Preceded by ...
John Ruggles | |
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United States Senator from Maine | |
In office January 20, 1835 ā March 3, 1841 | |
Preceded by | Peleg Sprague |
Succeeded by | George Evans |
Personal details | |
Born | October 8, 1789 Westborough, Massachusetts |
Died | June 20, 1874(1874-06-20) (aged 84) Thomaston, Maine |
Political party | Democratic |
Spouse | Margaret George Ruggles |
Alma mater | Brown University |
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