Background
Gardner, John Jay was born on October 17, 1845 in Atlantic Company, New Jersey, United States.
Gardner, John Jay was born on October 17, 1845 in Atlantic Company, New Jersey, United States.
Engaged in real estate and insurance
Member Common Council and one of coroners, 1875. Member New Jersey Senate, 1878-1893 (president 1883, and longest service of any senator in New Jersey). Member 53d to 62d Congresses (1893-1913), 2d New Jersey District