(Encyclopedia) Hewitt, Abram StevensHewitt, Abram Stevenshy&oomacr;ˈĭt [key], 1822–1903, American industrialist and political leader, b. Haverstraw, N.Y. He became a lawyer, and friendship with a…
WICKLIFFE Charles Anderson , a Representative from Kentucky; born near Springfield, Washington
County, Ky., June 8, 1788; completed preparatory studies; studied law; was
admitted to the bar in…
(Encyclopedia) Fort Sumter, fortification, built 1829–60, on a shoal at the entrance to the harbor of Charleston, S.C., and named for Gen. Thomas Sumter; scene of the opening engagement of the Civil…
ANDERSON Albert Raney , a Representative from Iowa;
born in Adams County, Ohio, November 8, 1837;
moved with his parents to Galesburg, Ill.;
attended the common schools and Knox College,…
ANDERSON John Alexander , a Representative from Kansas; born near Pigeon Creek, Washington
County, Pa., June 26, 1834; attended public and private schools; was graduated
from Miami University,…
ROGERS Anthony Astley Cooper , a Representative from Arkansas; born in Clarksville, Sumner County, Tenn.,
February 14, 1821; received a limited schooling; engaged in mercantile pursuits; moved…
