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History and Government—Congressional Biographies—MassachusettsThomas DWIGHT
(1758-1819)
DWIGHT, Thomas, a
Representative from Massachusetts; born in Springfield, Mass.,
October 29, 1758; pursued preparatory studies; was graduated from
Harvard College in 1778; studied law; was admitted to the bar and
commenced practice in Springfield, Mass.; member of the State house
of representatives in 1794 and 1795; served in the State senate
1796-1803; elected as a Federalist to the Eighth Congress (March 4,
1803-March 3, 1805); selectman of the town of Springfield 1806-1809
and in 1811; member of the Governor’s council in 1808 and
1809; retired from political life and engaged in the practice of
his profession in Springfield, Hampden County, until his death
January 2, 1819; interment in Peabody Cemetery.
Source: Biographical Directory of the United States Congress, 1771-Present
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