Robert Abbott (Michigan politician)
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Preceded byPosition established
Succeeded byHenry Howard
Succeeded byHenry Howard as Michigan State Treasurer
Born1770
Robert Abbott | |
|---|---|
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| Michigan Auditor General | |
| In office 1836–1839 | |
| Preceded by | Position established |
| Succeeded by | Henry Howard |
| Michigan Territorial Treasurer | |
| In office 1818–1836 | |
| Succeeded by | Henry Howard as Michigan State Treasurer |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 1770 |
| Died | April 5, 1852 (aged 81–82) |
| Party | Democratic |
Robert Abbott (1770 – April 5, 1852) was a Michigan politician.
Career
Abbott became a partner with his father, James, in the fur trading business. Abbott served as Michigan Territorial Treasurer from 1818 to 1836. Abbott served as Michigan Auditor General from 1836 to 1839, when he retired.[1][2]
Personal life
Abbott was one of the first Methodists in Michigan. He built the first Methodist church in the state.[3]
