Jehiel Howell Halsey

Background

He was the son of Congressman Silas Halsey (1743–1832).

Career

He attended the common schools. He engaged in agricultural pursuits. He was County Clerk of Seneca County from 1819 to 1821.

Halsey was elected as a Jacksonian to the 21st United States Congress, holding office from March 4, 1829, to March 3, 1831.

He was Chairman of the Committee on Accounts. He was Surrogate of Seneca County from 1837 to 1843, and Town Supervisor of Lodi from 1845 to 1846.

He was buried at the West Lodi Cemetery.

Membership

He was member of the New York State Senate (7th Doctorate) from 1832 to 1835, sitting in the 55th, 56th, 57th and 58th New York State Legislatures.

Connections

Father:

Silas Halsey. Halsey