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History of Frederica, (Kent County) DelawareOur database does not include an historic photo for Frederica, (Kent County) Delaware, do you have one you would like to contribute? Contact Us! 15% - 35% off all Products ยป The Ready Store Biographies:Biographical Sketch of John W. Hall John W. Hall, governor of Delaware, was born in Frederica, Del., Jan. 1, 1817; son of John Hall. His father died in 1826, and the son was obliged to earn his own living. He was a clerk in a mercantile establishment in Frederica, and at the same time sold confectionery on his own account. In 1838 he bought out his employer's mercantile business and in a few years he succeeded in establishing an extensive trade. He also engaged in the grain and lumber trade and subsequently in the shipping business. He was state senator in 1866; a delegate to the Democratic national convention in 1876; a candidate for governor of the state in 1874; governor, 1879-83, and was again state senator in 1890. He died at Frederica, Del., Jan. 23, 1893. |
Delaware Facts: Kent County Facts: Seat: DoverEstablished: 1680 Formed from: Horrekill District (originally called Saint Jones) Additional Local History Notes: The 1854 Gazetteer of the United States by Thomas Baldwin shows: FREDERICA, a thriving post-village of Kent county, Delaware, on Motherkill creek, 13 miles S. from Dover. It has 2 churches, 2 hotels, and about 10 stores. Frederica is situated 5 meters above sea level. |