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History of Cheshire County New HampshireSelect a City, Town, Village or Township: Our database does not include an historic photo for Cheshire County New Hampshire, do you have one you would like to contribute? Contact Us! 15% - 35% off all Products ยป The Ready Store Biographies:A Biography of Nathaniel S. Benton Nathaniel S. Benton, politician, was born in Cheshire county, N.H., Feb. 19, 1792. He joined the army in the war of 1812 and attained to the rank of adjutant and judge-advocate-general. After the war he was admitted to the bar and practised in Little Falls, N.Y. For seven years he served as surrogate of Herkimer county, and in 1828 he was elected a state senator. In 1831 he was appointed district attorney for the northern district of New York, and continued in the office for ten years. Meanwhile he was elected county judge and secretary of state. In 1856 he was made auditor of the canal department, holding the position until 1868, and while in the office introduced many needed reforms. He died in Little Falls, N.Y., June 29, 1869. Local History and Genealogy Links: |
New Hampshire Facts: Cheshire County Facts: Seat: KeeneEstablished: 1769 Formed from: Original County
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