John W. Lawrence

John Watson Lawrence, Congressman from New York

John Watson Lawrence (August 19, 1800 – December 20, 1888) was a U.S. Representative from New York.

Born in Flushing, New York, on August 19, 1800, Lawrence attended the local schools. He engaged as a mercantile clerk. He served as president of the village of Flushing 1835–1845. He was a member of the New York State Assembly (Queens Co.) in 1841 and 1842. He was extensively interested in banking.

Lawrence was elected as a Democrat to the Twenty-ninth Congress (March 4, 1845 – March 3, 1847). He resumed banking pursuits. Trustee of the village of Flushing 1860–1875. He died in Flushing, New York, December 20, 1888. He was interred in Flushing Cemetery.

Sources

• John W. Lawrence at the Biographical Directory of the United States Congress
• John W. Lawrence at Find a Grave

New York Assembly
Preceded by John A. King	New York State Assembly Queens County 1841–1842	Succeeded by Samuel Youngs
United States House of Representatives
Preceded by Selah B. Strong	Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from New York's 1st congressional district 1845–1847	Succeeded by Frederick W. Lord

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