John W. Lawrence
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.
Sources
- John W. Lawrence at the Biographical Directory of the United States Congress
- John W. Lawrence at Find a Grave
| New York Assembly | ||
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| 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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