Nelson Taylor Jr.
American politician
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Nelson Taylor Jr. (1854–1912) was a one-term mayor of South Norwalk, Connecticut in 1885. He was a member of the Connecticut Senate from the 13th district until 1888.
Nelson Taylor Jr. | |
|---|---|
| 11th Mayor of South Norwalk, Connecticut | |
| In office 1885–1885 | |
| Preceded by | Richard H. Golden |
| Succeeded by | John L. Richards |
| Member of the Connecticut Senate from the 13th district | |
| Succeeded by | Lyman S. Catlin |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 1854 |
| Died | 1912 (aged 57–58) |
| Resting place | Riverside Cemetery Norwalk, Connecticut |
| Alma mater | Harvard University[1] |
| Occupation | lawyer |
| Military service | |
| Branch/service | Connecticut National Guard |
| Rank | Captain |
| Unit | 4th Regiment |
He was the son of Nelson Taylor (1821–1894) and Mary Ann Taylor (1823–1908). He was admitted to the bar in 1878. In 1879, he was a State Attorney.[2]
He was mayor of South Norwalk in 1885. In 1888, he vacated the Connecticut Senate seat.[3]
