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RICHARDSON James Montgomery , a Representative from Kentucky;
born in Mobile, Ala., July 1, 1858;
moved to Glasgow, Ky., in early youth and resided with his uncle;
attended the common schools;…
MONTGOMERY Daniel, Jr. , a Representative from Pennsylvania;
born in Londonderry, Chester County, Pa., October 30, 1765;
moved to Danville, Pa.;
chief promoter of turnpike roads in the section…
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