Seth Hanchett
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Seth Hanchett (March 30, 1841 – January 6, 1905) was a Republican lawman and politician in Chicago who served as the Sheriff of Cook County from 1882 to 1886.
Quick Facts Sheriff of Cook County, Preceded by ...
Seth Hanchett | |
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Sheriff of Cook County | |
In office 1882–1886 | |
Preceded by | Orrin L. Mann |
Succeeded by | Canute R. Matson |
Personal details | |
Born | (1841-03-30)March 30, 1841 Chautauqua County, New York |
Died | January 6, 1905(1905-01-06) (aged 63) Rockford, Iowa |
Nationality | American |
Political party | Republican |
Spouse |
Lizzie T. Atkins (m. 1867) |
Military service | |
Allegiance | United States of America Union |
Branch/service | United States Army Union Army |
Years of service | 1861–1862, 1864–1865 |
Rank | Sergeant |
Unit | 9th Illinois Cavalry Regiment, 15th New York Volunteer Cavalry Regiment |
Battles/wars | American Civil War |
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