Cornelius A. Davenport

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 byWilliam B. La Selle
Succeeded byJames T. Ellarson
Personal details
Born(1843-07-03)July 3, 1843
Antwerp, New York, U.S.
Died1920 (aged 76–77)
Welsh Cemetery, Waushara County
Political partyRepublican
Spouse
Adula Hannah Jaquith
(m. 1866; died 1916)
Children
  • Willie Davenport
  • (b. 1867)
  • Libbie Lurena (Kitts)
  • (b. 1871; died 1947)
  • Elmer Albert Davenport
  • (b. 1875; died 1945)
  • Mabel H. (Krebs)
  • (b. 1883; died 1963)
Military service
AllegianceUnited States
Branch/serviceUnited States Volunteers
Union Army
Years of service1862–1865
RankPrivate, USV
Unit30th Reg. Wis. Vol. Infantry
Battles/warsAmerican Civil War

Biography

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Davenport 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

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Davenport 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

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  1. ^ 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.
  2. ^ "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.
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Wisconsin State Assembly
Preceded by Member of the Wisconsin State Assembly from the Waushara County district
January 5, 1891 – January 7, 1895
Succeeded by