Richard B. McCoy (c. 1821 – October 18, 1902) was an American politician from Maryland. He served as a member of the Maryland House of Delegates, representing Harford County from 1860 to 1864.

Richard B. McCoy
Member of the Maryland House of Delegates
from the Harford County district
In office
1860–1864
Personal details
Bornc. 1821
Baltimore, Maryland, U.S.
Died (aged 81)
Dublin, Maryland, U.S.
Political partyKnow Nothing
Children7
OccupationPolitician

Early life

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Richard B. McCoy was born in Baltimore.[1]

Career

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McCoy served as a member of the Maryland House of Delegates, representing Harford County from 1860 to 1864.[2] He was elected on the Know Nothing ticket.[3]

McCoy was one of the original incorporators and served as a director of the Conowingo Bridge Company.[3]

Personal life

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McCoy had four daughters and three sons, Jennie, Priscilla, Helen, Nannie, David G., John G. and Richard B. Jr.[3] He was a Quaker and abolitionist.[3]

McCoy died October 18, 1902, at the age of 81, at the home of his brother in Dublin, Maryland.[3]

References

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  1. ^ "Death of R. B. McCoy". The Baltimore Sun. October 20, 1902. p. 10. Retrieved March 16, 2023 – via Newspapers.com. 
  2. ^ "Historical List, House of Delegates, Harford County". Maryland Manual On-Line. Maryland State Archives. April 30, 1999. Retrieved March 16, 2023.
  3. ^ a b c d e "Richard B. McCoy". The Midland Journal. October 24, 1902. p. 3. Retrieved March 16, 2023 – via Newspapers.com.