History of Jasper County Indiana United States of America

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History of Jasper County Indiana

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George Washington Faris Biographical Sketch

George Washington Faris, representative, was born in Jasper county, Ind., June 9, 1854; son of James C. and Margaret M. (Brown) Faris; grandson of John Faris and a descendant of John Faris. He was graduated from Indiana Asbury university, A.B., 1877, A.M., 1880, and was admitted to the bar in 1877. He was a Republican representative from Indiana in the 54th, 55th and 56th congresses, 1897-1901, and was chairman of the committee on manufactures in the 55th congress. He was married, May 28, 1878, to Anna, daughter of Judge Solomon Claypool.

From: Twentieth Century Biographical Dictionary of Notable Americans, Johnson, Rossiter, editor

Jasper County Facts:

Seat: Rensselaer
Established: 1835 Feb 7
Formed from: Indian lands

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