Elisha Reynolds Potter
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For the son (1811–1882), see Elisha R. Potter.
Elisha Reynolds Potter (November 5, 1764 – September 26, 1835) was a statesman in the Federalist Party from Kingston, Rhode Island, who served several times as the Speaker in the Rhode Island State Assembly.
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Elisha Reynolds Potter | |
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Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Rhode Island's at-large district | |
In office November 15, 1796 – 1797 | |
Preceded by | Benjamin Bourne |
Succeeded by | Christopher G. Champlin |
Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Rhode Island's at-large district | |
In office March 4, 1809 – March 3, 1815 | |
Preceded by | Isaac Wilbour |
Succeeded by | James Brown Mason |
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Born | (1764-11-05)November 5, 1764 Little Rest, Rhode Island Colony, British America |
Died | September 26, 1835(1835-09-26) (aged 70) South Kingstown, Rhode Island, U.S. |
Resting place | Colonel Thomas Potter Cemetery |
Political party | Federalist |
Spouse | Mary Potter |
Children | Elisha R. Potter |
Residence | Kingston, Rhode Island |
Occupation | Lawyer |
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