Jonathan H. Wallace
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Jonathan Hasson Wallace (October 31, 1824 ā October 28, 1892) was an American lawyer and politician who served briefly as a United States Congressman from Ohio from 1884 to 1885. He is known for winning his seat in Congress in a contested election over incumbent Republican congressman, and future U.S. President, William McKinley in a contentious vote. The dispute over the outcome of the election rose all the way to the U.S. House, which named Wallace the winner.
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Jonathan Hasson Wallace | |
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Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Ohio's 18th district | |
In office May 27, 1884 ā March 3, 1885 | |
Preceded by | William McKinley |
Succeeded by | Isaac H. Taylor |
Personal details | |
Born | (1824-10-31)October 31, 1824 Columbiana County, Ohio |
Died | October 28, 1892(1892-10-28) (aged 67) Lisbon, Ohio |
Resting place | Lisbon Cemetery |
Political party | Democratic |
Spouse | Elizabeth L. McCook |
Children | four |
Alma mater | Washington College |
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