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History of Harrisburg, (Lewis County) New York

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Biographies:

Biographical Sketch of Charles A. Chickering

Charles A. Chickering, representative, was born in Harrisburg, Lewis county, N.Y., Nov. 26, 1843. He was educated at the common schools, and at Lowville academy, where he afterwards became a teacher. From 1845 to 1875 he was a school commissioner of Lewis county. Was a member of the assembly in 1879, '80 and '81; in 1884 he was elected clerk of the assembly, and was re-elected each year up to and inclusive of 1890; also served as secretary of the Republican state committee. In 1892 he was elected a representative in the 53rd Congress as a Republican, and was re-elected to the 54th and 55th. He died in New York city, Feb. 12, 1900.

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

New York Facts:
Tree: sugar maple
Bird: bluebird
Flower: rose
Nickname: Empire State
Motto: Excelsior (Ever Upward)
Area (sq. mi.): 49,576
Capitol: Albany
Admitted: 26 Jul 1788

Lewis County Facts:

Additional Local History Notes:

Harrisburg is situated 415 meters above sea level.