History of Westerly, (Washington County) Rhode Island United States of America

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Biographical Sketch of Nathan Fellows Dixon

Nathan Fellows Dixon, representative, was born in Westerly, R.I., May 1, 1812; son of Nathan Fellows and Elizabeth (Palmer) Dixon; and grandson of William and Priscilla (Denison) Dixon. He was graduated from Brown university in 1833; was admitted to the bar in 1837, and was elected a representative in the 31st congress in 1848, serving 1849-51 and having a place on several important committees. In 1842 he was chosen a member of the governor's council and was a presidential elector in 1844. He served as a member of the general assembly of the state, 1840-49, 1851-52, 1855-63, and 1872-77. He again represented his state in congress, 1863-71, serving in the 38th, 39th, 40th and 41st congresses. He was married to Harriet Swan. He died in Westerly, R.I., April 11, 1881.

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