Andrew Z. McCarty
American politician (1808–1879)
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Andrew Zimmerman McCarty (July 14, 1808 – April 23, 1879) was an American politician. He served as a U.S. Representative from New York.
Andrew Z. McCarty | |
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| Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from New York's 22nd district | |
| In office March 4, 1855 – March 3, 1857 | |
| Preceded by | Henry C. Goodwin |
| Succeeded by | Henry C. Goodwin |
| Member of the New York State Assembly from the Oswego County 2nd district | |
| In office January 1, 1848 – December 31, 1848 | |
| Preceded by | Numbered district created |
| Succeeded by | Edward W. Fox |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Andrew Zimmerman McCarty July 14, 1808 Rhinebeck, New York, U.S. |
| Died | April 23, 1879 (aged 70) Pulaski, New York, U.S. |
| Resting place | Pulaski Cemetery, Pulaski, New York, U.S. |
| Party | Whig |
| Occupation | Politician, lawyer |
Early life and education
Born in Rhinebeck, New York, McCarty studied law.[where?]
Career
He was admitted to the bar in 1831 and commenced practice in Pulaski, New York. He served as county clerk of Oswego County from 1840 to 1843. He was a member of the New York State Assembly (Oswego Co., 2nd D.) during the 71st New York State Legislature in 1848.
McCarty was elected as a Whig candidate to the Thirty-fourth Congress (March 4, 1855 – March 3, 1857).
He resumed the practice of his profession in Pulaski, where he served as Register of bankruptcy (1875–1879).
Death
He died in Pulaski on April 23, 1879. He was interred in Pulaski Cemetery.
Sources
- United States Congress. "Andrew Z. McCarty (id: M000319)". Biographical Directory of the United States Congress.
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