Owen D. Leib
Owen D. Leib (c. 1803 - June 17, 1848) was a Democratic member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Pennsylvania.
Owen D. Leib | |
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| Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Pennsylvania's 11th district | |
| In office March 4, 1845 – March 3, 1847 | |
| Preceded by | Benjamin A. Bidlack |
| Succeeded by | Chester P. Butler |
| Personal details | |
| Born | c. 1803 Pennsylvania |
| Died | June 17, 1848 (aged 45) Catawissa, Pennsylvania |
| Political party | Democratic |
Biography
Leib was born in Pennsylvania. He studied medicine and commenced practice in Catawissa, Pennsylvania.
Leib was elected as a Democrat to the Twenty-ninth Congress. He served as chairman of the United States House Committee on Expenditures in the Department of War. He died in Catawissa in 1848.
Sources
- United States Congress. "Owen D. Leib (id: L000230)". Biographical Directory of the United States Congress.
- The Political Graveyard
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| Preceded by Benjamin A. Bidlack |
Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Pennsylvania's 11th congressional district 1845–1847 |
Succeeded by Chester P. Butler |
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