Samuel Paynter
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For the landowner from St Issey in Cornwall, see Samuel Paynter (1774–1844).
Samuel Paynter (August 24, 1768 – October 2, 1845) was an American merchant and politician from Drawbridge, in Broadkill Hundred, Sussex County, Delaware. He was a member of the Federalist Party, who served in the Delaware General Assembly and as Governor of Delaware.
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Quick Facts 26th Governor of Delaware, Preceded by ...
Samuel Paynter | |
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26th Governor of Delaware | |
In office January 20, 1824 – January 16, 1827 | |
Preceded by | Charles Thomas |
Succeeded by | Charles Polk Jr. |
Member of the Delaware Senate | |
In office January 3, 1807 – January 6, 1813 January 7, 1823 – January 6, 1824 | |
Member of the Delaware House of Representatives | |
In office January 3, 1797 – January 6, 1801 | |
Personal details | |
Born | (1768-08-24)August 24, 1768 Sussex County, Delaware Colony |
Died | October 2, 1845(1845-10-02) (aged 77) Lewes, Delaware |
Political party | Federalist |
Spouse | Elizabeth Rowland |
Residence(s) | Lewes, Delaware |
Occupation | Merchant |
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