Andrew Jackson Poppleton
Andrew J. Poppleton | |
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Hiram P. Bennet | |
| Mayor of Omaha | |
| In office March 2, 1858 – September 14, 1858 | |
| Preceded by | Jesse Lowe |
| Succeeded by | George Robert Armstrong |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 24 July 1830 Troy, Michigan |
| Died | 9 September 1896 (aged 66) Omaha, Nebraska |
| Nationality | American |
| Occupation | Lawyer, politician |
Andrew Jackson Poppleton (July 24, 1830 – September 9, 1896) was a lawyer and politician in pioneer Omaha, Nebraska. Serving in a variety of roles over his lifetime, his name is present throughout many of the important events of early Omaha history.
Background
Born in Troy, Michigan, Poppleton went to Romeo Academy. He then went to the University of Michigan. In 1851, Poppleton graduated from Union College. He was admitted to the Michigan bar in 1852. In 1854, Poppleton moved to Omaha, Nebraska Territory. Poppleton practiced law in Omaha and was involved with the Democratic Party.[1]
Career
Poppleton served in many political roles in pioneer Omaha. One of the founders of the
Poppleton worked for many years as the general attorney for the
Personal life
Poppleton died in 1896 and was interred at the
See also
- History of Omaha
References
- ^ 'Illustrated History of Nebraska,' Volume 1, J. Sterling Morton-editor,' Western Publishing and Engraving Company, Lincoln, Nebraska: 1911, Biographical Sketch of Andrew Jackson Poppleton, pg. 324
- ^ "Mayors of Omaha" Archived 2009-05-12 at the Wayback Machine, Omaha Public Library. Retrieved 2/2/08.
- ^ More Historical National Register Places in Nebraska[usurped] Nebraska Historical Society.
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