John J. Carton
John Jay Carton (November 8, 1856 – August 26, 1934) was the Speaker of the Michigan House of Representatives from 1901 to 1904.
John J. Carton | |
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Speaker of the Michigan House of Representatives | |
In office January 2, 1901 – 1904 | |
Preceded by | Edgar J. Adams |
Succeeded by | Sheridan F. Master |
Member of the Michigan House of Representatives from the Genesee County 2nd district | |
In office January 4, 1899 – 1904 | |
Personal details | |
Born | Clayton Township, Genesee County, Michigan | November 8, 1856
Died | August 26, 1934 77) Flint, Michigan | (aged
Political party | Republican |
Spouse(s) | Addie C. Pierson |
Early life
Carton was born on November 8, 1856 in Clayton Township, Genesee County, Michigan to parents John and Ann Carton. Carton had 13 siblings. Carton was of Irish ancestry.[1]
Career
Carton was admitted to the bar on August 21, 1844. He became legal partners with George H. Durand. Carton was sworn in to the Michigan House of Representatives on January 4, 1899. He would serve until 1904, becoming Speaker of the Michigan House of Representatives in 1901.[1] From 1907 to 1908, Carton was a delegate to Michigan state constitutional convention from the 13th district.[2]
Personal life
Carton married Addie C. Pierson on November 22, 1898 in Ukiah, California. Carton was a Freemason.[1][2]
References
- "Legislator Details - John Jay Carton". Library of Michigan. Retrieved November 17, 2019.
- "Carthew to Casdin". Political Graveyard. Retrieved November 17, 2019.