John W. Lawrence

John Watson Lawrence, Congressman from New York

John Watson Lawrence (August 19, 1800 – December 20, 1888) was a U.S. Representative from New York.

Born in Flushing, New York, on August 19, 1800, Lawrence attended the local schools. He engaged as a mercantile clerk. He served as president of the village of Flushing 1835–1845. He was a member of the New York State Assembly (Queens Co.) in 1841 and 1842. He was extensively interested in banking.

Lawrence was elected as a Democrat to the Twenty-ninth Congress (March 4, 1845 – March 3, 1847). He resumed banking pursuits. Trustee of the village of Flushing 1860–1875. He died in Flushing, New York, December 20, 1888. He was interred in Flushing Cemetery.

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New York Assembly
Preceded by
John A. King
New York State Assembly
Queens County

1841–1842
Succeeded by
Samuel Youngs
United States House of Representatives
Preceded by
Selah B. Strong
Member of the U.S. House of Representatives
from New York's 1st congressional district

1845–1847
Succeeded by
Frederick W. Lord

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