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James Lowery Donaldson Morrison

James Lowery Donaldson Morrison served as a representative for Illinois (1855-1859).

  • Democratic
  • Illinois
  • District -1
  • Former
Portrait of James Lowery Donaldson Morrison Illinois
Role Representative

Current assignment referenced in the congressional directory.

State Illinois

Representing constituents across the Illinois delegation.

District District -1

District insights and legislative focus areas.

Service period 1855-1859

Years of public service formally recorded.

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Biography

James Lowery Donaldson Morrison (April 12, 1816 – August 14, 1888) was a U.S. Representative from Illinois.

Born in Kaskaskia, Illinois, Morrison was appointed midshipman in the Navy in 1832 and served until December 31, 1839, when he resigned.

He studied law.

Sources

Congressional Record

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