Thomas McHugh (politician)
American politician in Wisconsin / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Thomas Morris McHugh (November 22, 1822 – March 19, 1856) was an Irish American immigrant and lawyer who served as the first Secretary of State of Wisconsin. He had previously served as Secretary of the Territorial Council and the second Wisconsin Constitutional Convention.
Quick Facts 1st Secretary of State of Wisconsin, Governor ...
Thomas McHugh | |
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1st Secretary of State of Wisconsin | |
In office June 7, 1848 – January 7, 1850 | |
Governor | Nelson Dewey |
Preceded by | Position Established |
Succeeded by | William A. Barstow |
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Born | Thomas Morris McHugh (1822-11-22)November 22, 1822 Mohill, County Leitrim, Ireland, UK |
Died | March 19, 1856(1856-03-19) (aged 33) Palatka, Florida |
Political party | Democratic |
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Profession | lawyer |
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