James M. Touchstone
American politician (1846–1886)
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James Monroe Touchstone (October 31, 1846 – June 7, 1886) was an American politician from Maryland. He served as a member of the Maryland House of Delegates, representing Cecil County from 1878 to 1880.
BornJames Monroe Touchstone
October 31, 1846
October 31, 1846
Reading, Pennsylvania, U.S.
DiedJune 7, 1886 (aged 39)
Port Deposit, Maryland, U.S.
Resting placeHopewell Cemetery
James M. Touchstone | |
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| Member of the Maryland House of Delegates from the Cecil County district | |
| In office 1878–1880 | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | James Monroe Touchstone October 31, 1846 Reading, Pennsylvania, U.S. |
| Died | June 7, 1886 (aged 39) Port Deposit, Maryland, U.S. |
| Resting place | Hopewell Cemetery |
| Party | Democratic |
| Spouse | Sarah Davis |
| Children | 2 |
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| Occupation | Politician |
Early life
James Monroe Touchstone[1] was born on October 31, 1846, in Reading, Pennsylvania, to James Touchstone. His father was a blacksmith and served in the Maryland House of Delegates. At a very young age, he moved to Port Deposit, Maryland, with his family.[2][3] He studied at common schools in Cecil County.[4]
