American politician (1791–1863)
Henry White Beeson
In office May 31, 1841 – March 4, 1843Preceded by Enos Hook Succeeded by John Dickey
Born (1791-09-14 ) September 14, 1791Uniontown, Pennsylvania , U.S.Died October 28, 1863(1863-10-28) (aged 72)North Union Township, Fayette County, Pennsylvania , U.S. Resting place Oak Grove Cemetery, South Union Township, Pennsylvania , U.S. Political party Democratic Spouse(s) Nancy Jackson Louisa Ann Clark Children 4 Parent(s) Jacob Beeson Lydia Ann White Occupation Politician
Henry White Beeson (September 14, 1791 – October 28, 1863) was an American politician who served in the United States House of Representatives from 1841 to 1843, representing the 20th congressional district of Pennsylvania as a Democrat in the 27th United States Congress .[ 1] [ 2]
Early life and education
Beeson was born in Uniontown, Pennsylvania , on September 14, 1791, to Jacob Beeson and Lydia Ann (née White ) Beeson.[ 3] He attended public schools and engaged in agricultural pursuits.
Career
Beeson served as a colonel in the Fayette County Militia.
Beeson served in the United States House of Representatives from 1841 to 1843, representing the 20th congressional district of Pennsylvania as a Democrat in the 27th United States Congress . He was elected to fill the vacancy caused by the resignation of incumbent Enos Hook .
Beeson was an unsuccessful candidate for re-election in 1842 to the 28th United States Congress . Following his tenure in Congress, Beeson resumed agricultural pursuits.
Personal life and death
Beeson married Nancy Jackson and Louisa Ann Clark. He had four children.[ 3]
Beeson died at the age of 72 in North Union Township, Fayette County, Pennsylvania , on October 28, 1863. He was interred in Oak Hill Cemetery, located in South Union Township, Pennsylvania .[ 4]
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This article incorporates public domain material from the Biographical Directory of the United States Congress
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