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History of Ashtabula County OhioSelect a City, Town, Village or Township: Our database does not include an historic photo for Ashtabula County Ohio, do you have one you would like to contribute? Contact Us! 15% - 35% off all Products ยป The Ready Store Biographies:Biography of William Kellogg William Kellogg, representative, was born in Ashtabula county, Ohio, July 8, 1814; son of Amos and Paulina (Dean) Kellogg, and grandson of Walter and Abigail (Adams) Dean. He was educated in the public schools and was admitted to the bar. He removed to Canton, Ill., in 1837, and was employed for several years in settling the disputes over the land titles there. He was a representative in the Illinois legislature in 1849-50; judge of the circuit court of Illinois, 1852-55, and a Republican representative from Illinois in the 35th, 36th and 37th congresses, 1857-63. He was appointed U.S. minister to Guatemala, S.A., by President Lincoln in 1864, which office he declined. He was appointed chief justice of Nebraska Territory, and served 1866-67. He died in Peoria. Ill., Dec. 20, 1872. Local History and Genealogy Links: |
Ohio Facts: Ashtabula County Facts: Seat: JeffersonEstablished: 1807 Formed from: Trumbull and Geauga
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