Background
Applegate, John Stilwell was born on August 6, 1837 in Middletown, New Jersey, United States. Son of Joseph Stilwell and Ann (Bray) Applegate.
Applegate, John Stilwell was born on August 6, 1837 in Middletown, New Jersey, United States. Son of Joseph Stilwell and Ann (Bray) Applegate.
Ancestors settled in Monmouth Company, New Jersey, in 17th century. Bachelor of Arts, Colgate, 1858 (Doctor of Laws, 1904). Studied law with Honorary William L. Dayton.
Admitted to New Jersey bar, 1861. Partner in practice with Honorary Henry M. Nevius, 1875-1879. Then member John South. Applegate & Son.
An incorporator New York, Atlantic & Highlands Railroad Company and president of same until its consolidation with Central Railroad of New Jersey.
President 1st building and loan association in Red Bank, 1871-1875. President Red Bank Gas Light Company, since 1872.
Founder and president Second National Bank of Red Bank, 1875-1886.
Member Governor's Light Guard, 1861-1865. Member Republican State Executive Committee, 1865. Member 1st municipal commission of Red Bank, 1870, president 1871.
Member New Jersey Senate, 1882-1885.
Member 157th Regiment New York State Volumes.
Married Deborah Catharine Allen, October 5, 1865.