Background
He was the son of Deacon John Havens (1791–1836) and Aurilla (Pratt) Havens (1785–1860).
- Photos
- Works
- Photos
- Works
Palmer Edward Havens
Edit Profile
Education
He attended the common schools, then taught school for ten years.
Career
At the same time, he studied law with Henry H. Ross, was admitted to the bar in 1843, and practiced in Essex. He was at times Superintendent of Common Schools, Town Clerk, and Supervisor of the Town of Essex.
Membership
He was a member of the New York State Assembly (Essex Company) in 1862 and 1863. Of the New York State Senate (16th Doctorate) in 1864 and 1865. And again of the State Assembly in 1867.
