William Hartshorne
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William Hartshorne | |
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| Born | June 1742 |
| Died | December 14, 1816 (aged 74) Alexandria, Virginia |
| Spouse |
Susanna Saunders (m. 1767) |
William Hartshorne (June 1742 – December 14, 1816)[1] was an American merchant and financier who played a central role in the Potowmack Company as a treasurer as well as commissioner.[2]
Biography
[edit]Hartshorne was born in June 1742 in the Virginia Colony. He later moved to Alexandria, ultimately establishing a family of note there; his descendants are said to have had a disproportionate presence in the medical field. On October 8, 1767, he married Susanna Saunders, with whom he had twelve children.[1]
In 1785, upon the inception of Potowmack Company, Hartshorne began working as its commissioner-treasurer. He remained in the position until 1800.
He died in Alexandria on December 14, 1816, at the age of 74.[2]
References
[edit]- ^ a b Hornor, William S. (June 2009). This Old Monmouth of Ours. Genealogical Publishing Com. p. 92. ISBN 978-0-8063-4860-5.
- ^ a b "Founders Online: To George Washington from William Hartshorne, 24 May 1797". founders.archives.gov. Retrieved 2024-11-25.
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