William Maclay (Pennsylvania politician, born 1737)
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William Maclay (July 20, 1737 – April 16, 1804) was a politician from Pennsylvania during the eighteenth century. Maclay, along with Robert Morris, was a member of Pennsylvania's first two-member delegation to the United States Senate. He assisted John Harris, Sr. with the planning the layout of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania in 1785, where Maclay Street is named for him.[2] Following his tenure in the Senate, he served in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives on two occasions, as a county judge, and as a presidential elector. He is known for his journal providing historical information on the 1st United States Congress.
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Quick Facts United States Senator from Pennsylvania, Preceded by ...
William Maclay | |
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United States Senator from Pennsylvania | |
In office March 4, 1789 – March 4, 1791 | |
Preceded by | None |
Succeeded by | Albert Gallatin |
Member of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives | |
In office 1795–1797 | |
Personal details | |
Born | (1737-07-20)July 20, 1737 New Garden Township, Chester County, Province of Pennsylvania, British North American colony |
Died | April 16, 1804(1804-04-16) (aged 66) Dauphin, Pennsylvania, U.S. |
Nationality | American |
Political party | Anti-Administration Party |
Spouse(s) | Mary McClure Maclay (née Harris, daughter of John Harris, Jr.)[1] |
Residence | Harrisburg, Pennsylvania |
Occupation | Lawyer, surveyor, Pennsylvania Legislature, U.S. Senator |
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