Henry Nelson Walker (November 30, 1811 – February 24, 1886) was a Michigan politician.
Henry N. Walker | |
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Michigan Attorney General | |
In office 1845–1847 | |
Governor | John S. Barry Alpheus Felch |
Preceded by | Elon Farnsworth |
Succeeded by | Edward Mundy |
Member of the Michigan House of Representatives from the Wayne County district | |
In office January 1, 1844 – 1844 | |
Personal details | |
Born | Fredonia, New York, US | November 30, 1811
Died | February 24, 1886 | (aged 74)
Political party | Democratic |
Spouse | Emily Virginia Norvell |
Children | 3 |
Early life edit
Walker was born on November 30, 1811, in Fredonia, New York, to John and Nancy Walker.[1][2] Walker moved to Detroit in 1835.
Career edit
In Fredonia, New York, Walker graduated from an academy, and then started to practice law. On November 6, 1843, Walker was elected as a member of the Michigan House of Representatives from the Wayne County district. He served in this position in 1844.[1] Walker served as Michigan Attorney General from 1845 to 1847. Walker served as the postmaster of Detroit from 1859 to 1860.[2]
Personal life edit
Walker was married to Emily Virginia Norvell, daughter of United States Senator John Norvell. Together, they had three children. Walker was Episcopalian.[2]
Death edit
Walker died on February 24, 1886.[3]
References edit
- ^ a b "Legislator Details - Henry N. Walker". Library of Michigan. Retrieved December 24, 2019.
- ^ a b c "Walker, G to I". Political Graveyard. Retrieved December 24, 2019.
- ^ "Henry N. Walker". Detroit Free Press. February 24, 1886. p. 4. Retrieved May 20, 2024 – via Newspapers.com.