Cornelius A. Davenport (July 3, 1843 – 1920) was an American farmer, Republican politician, and Wisconsin pioneer. He represented Waushara County in the Wisconsin State Assembly during the 1891 and 1893 sessions. He previously served as sheriff of Waushara County and served in the Union Army during the American Civil War.[1]
Cornelius A. Davenport | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Wisconsin State Assembly from the Waushara County district | |
| In office January 5, 1891 – January 7, 1895 | |
| Preceded by | William B. La Selle |
| Succeeded by | James T. Ellarson |
| Personal details | |
| Born | July 3, 1843 Antwerp, New York, U.S. |
| Died | 1920 (aged 76–77) Welsh Cemetery, Waushara County |
| Political party | Republican |
| Spouse |
Adula Hannah Jaquith
(m. 1866; died 1916) |
| Children |
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| Military service | |
| Allegiance | United States |
| Branch/service | United States Volunteers Union Army |
| Years of service | 1862–1865 |
| Rank | Private, USV |
| Unit | 30th Reg. Wis. Vol. Infantry |
| Battles/wars | American Civil War |
Biography
editDavenport was born on July 3, 1843, in Antwerp, New York. He moved to Nepeuskun, Wisconsin in 1855 before later moving to the town of Aurora, Waushara County, Wisconsin. During the American Civil War, Davenport served with the 30th Wisconsin Infantry Regiment of the Union Army.[1][2] He died in 1920.
Political career
editDavenport was elected to the Assembly in 1890 and 1892. Other positions he held include Sheriff of Waushara County in 1885 and 1886. He was a Republican.[1]
References
edit- ^ a b c Cunningham, Thomas J., ed. (1893). "Biographical Sketches". The Blue Book of the State of Wisconsin 1893 (Report). State of Wisconsin. p. 655. Retrieved May 22, 2023.
- ^ "Thirtieth Regiment Infantry". Roster of Wisconsin Volunteers, War of the Rebellion, 1861–1865 (Report). Vol. 2. Office of the Adjutant General of Wisconsin. 1886. p. 436. Retrieved May 22, 2023.