William Cooper (judge)
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William Cooper (December 2, 1754 – December 22, 1809) was an American merchant, land speculator and developer, the founder of Cooperstown, New York. A politician, he was appointed as a county judge and later served two terms in the United States Congress, representing Otsego County and central New York. He was the father of James Fenimore Cooper, who became a noted writer of historical novels related to the New York frontier.
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Quick Facts Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from New York's 10th district, Preceded by ...
William Cooper | |
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Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from New York's 10th district | |
In office March 4, 1799 – March 3, 1801 | |
Preceded by | James Cochran |
Succeeded by | Thomas Morris |
In office March 4, 1795 – March 3, 1797 | |
Preceded by | Silas Talbot |
Succeeded by | James Cochran |
Judge of the Court of Common Pleas for Otsego County | |
In office February 17, 1791 – ??? | |
Personal details | |
Born | (1754-12-02)December 2, 1754 Smithfield, Province of Pennsylvania, British America |
Died | December 22, 1809(1809-12-22) (aged 55) Albany, New York, U.S. |
Political party | Federalist |
Spouse | Elizabeth Fenimore |
Children | 7[1]: 320 |
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