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BOONE Andrew Rechmond , a Representative from Kentucky;
born in Davidson County, Tenn., April 4, 1831;
moved with his parents to Mayfield, Graves County, Ky., in 1833;
attended the public schools…
WRIGHT Daniel Boone , a Representative from Mississippi;
born near Mount Pleasant, Giles County, Tenn., February 17, 1812;
attended the common schools and was graduated from Cumberland University…
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