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Adoniram Judson Warner
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Member of the U.S. House of Representatives
from Ohio's 13th district
In office
March 4, 1879 – March 3, 1881
Preceded by Milton I. Southard
Succeeded by Gibson Atherton
Member of the U.S. House of Representatives
from Ohio's 15th district
In office
March 4, 1883 – March 3, 1885
Preceded by Rufus Dawes
Succeeded by Beriah Wilkins
Member of the U.S. House of Representatives
from Ohio's 17th district
In office
March 4, 1885 – March 3, 1887
Preceded by Joseph D. Taylor
Succeeded by Joseph D. Taylor
Personal details
Born (1834-01-13)January 13, 1834
Buffalo, New York
Died August 12, 1910(1910-08-12) (aged 76)
Marietta, Ohio
Resting place Oak Grove Cemetery, Marietta, Ohio
Political party Democratic
Alma mater New York Central College, McGrawville
Military service
Allegiance United States of America
Union
Branch/service United States Army
Union Army
Years of service 1861-1865
Rank Union Army colonel rank insignia.png Colonel
Union Army brigadier general rank insignia.svg Bvt. Brigadier General
Commands 10th Pennsylvania Reserve Regiment
Battles/wars American Civil War

Adoniram Judson Warner (born January 13, 1834 – died August 12, 1910) was an important person from Ohio. He served as a U.S. Representative, which means he helped make laws for the country. He was also an officer in the Union Army during the American Civil War.

Life and Early Career

Adoniram Judson Warner was born in Wales, New York, which is a town near Buffalo, New York. When he was eleven years old, he moved with his family to Wisconsin.

He went to school in Beloit, Wisconsin, and later attended New York Central College. After finishing his studies, he became a teacher and school leader. He was the principal of Lewistown Academy in Pennsylvania. He also worked as the superintendent of public schools in Mifflin County, Pennsylvania. From 1856 to 1861, he was the principal of Mercer Union School in Pennsylvania.

Military Service in the Civil War

When the American Civil War began, Adoniram Warner joined the army. He became a Captain in the 10th Pennsylvania Reserve Regiment on July 21, 1861. A captain is an officer who leads a company of soldiers.

He quickly moved up in rank. On May 14, 1862, he became a lieutenant colonel. Then, on April 25, 1863, he was promoted to Colonel. A colonel is a high-ranking officer who commands a large group of soldiers.

In November 1863, he was moved to the Veteran Reserve Corps. After the war ended, President Andrew Johnson honored him. On January 13, 1866, Warner was given the honorary rank of brevet brigadier general. This means he was recognized for his bravery and service, even though he didn't command troops at that rank.

Life After the War

After the war, Warner decided to study law. He was allowed to practice law in Indianapolis, Indiana, in 1865. However, he never actually worked as a lawyer.

In 1866, he moved to Marietta, Ohio. There, he started working in different businesses. He was involved in the oil, coal, and railroad industries. These were very important businesses at the time.

Political Career

Adoniram Warner became involved in politics as a member of the Democratic Party. He was elected to the United States House of Representatives for the 46th Congress. He served from March 4, 1879, to March 3, 1881.

He tried to be re-elected in 1880 but was not successful. However, he ran again and was elected to the 48th and 49th Congresses. He served two more terms, from March 4, 1883, to March 3, 1887. He decided not to run for re-election in 1886.

Warner also attended the 1896 Democratic National Convention. This was a big meeting where the Democratic Party chose its candidate for president.

Later Years and Death

In his later years, Warner continued to be involved in business. He worked on building street railway systems in Washington, D.C.. He also helped build railroads in Ohio.

From about 1898 until six months before he died, he worked on transportation and power projects in Georgia.

Adoniram Judson Warner passed away in Marietta, Ohio, on August 12, 1910. He was buried in Oak Grove Cemetery in Marietta.

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