John Doherty (New York politician)
John Doherty | |
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| Member of the New York Senate from the 7th district | |
| In office 1858–1859 | |
| Preceded by | John W. Ferdon |
| Succeeded by | Richard B. Connolly |
| Member of the New York City Board of Aldermen from the 19th Ward | |
| In office 1852–1853 | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | January 16, 1826 New York City, New York, U.S. |
| Died | April 20, 1859 (aged 33) Albany, New York, U.S. |
| Party | Democratic |
| Parent |
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| Occupation | Lawyer, politician |
John Doherty (January 16, 1826 – April 20, 1859) was an American politician from New York. He served in the New York State Senate in 1858 and 1859, representing the 7th District.
Early life and legal career
Doherty was born on January 16, 1826, in New York City.[1] He was the son of Patrick Doherty (1794–1849), who came from Ireland to New York City about 1811 and fought in the War of 1812.[2]
Doherty studied law, was admitted to the bar in 1847, and commenced practice in New York City.[3] After the death of his father, he abandoned the law and looked after his father's business instead.[1]
Political career
Doherty was a member of the New York City Board of Aldermen (19th Ward) in 1852 and 1853.[4][2]
He was a member of the New York State Senate (7th District) in 1858 and 1859.[2][3]
Death
Doherty died on April 20, 1859, in Albany, New York, the day after the Legislature adjourned. He never married.[1]
References
- 1 2 3 "The Late Senator Doherty" (PDF). The New York Times. April 22, 1859. p. 1. Retrieved July 9, 2026.
- 1 2 3 Hough, Franklin Benjamin, ed. (1867). The New York Civil List. p. 442.
- 1 2 Murray, William D. (1859). Biographical Sketches of the State Officers and Members of the Legislature of the State of New York in 1859. pp. 49–50.
- ↑ Manual of the Corporation of the City of New York. 1852. p. 201.