Background
Lawrence, Sidney was born on December 31, 1801 in Weybridge, Vermont, United States.
Lawrence, Sidney was born on December 31, 1801 in Weybridge, Vermont, United States.
He attended the common schools. He studied law.
He was admitted to the bar and commenced practice in Moira, New New York He was Justice of the Peace for more than half a century. He served as supervisor and as assessor.
Surrogate of Franklin County 1837–1843.
Lawrence was elected as a Democrat to the 30th United States Congress, holding office from March 4, 1847, to March 3, 1849. Afterwards he resumed the practice of law.
He also engaged in the real estate business and in banking. He died in Moira, New York, May 9, 1892.
He was interred in Moira Cemetery.
He was a member of the New York State Senate (4th Doctorate) in 1843 and 1844. He served as member of the State assembly in 1846.