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George Ebbert Seney
George E. Seney (1902).png
circa 1902
Member of the U.S. House of Representatives
from Ohio's 5th district
In office
March 4, 1883 – March 3, 1885
Preceded by Benjamin Le Fevre
Succeeded by Benjamin Le Fevre
Member of the U.S. House of Representatives
from Ohio's 7th district
In office
March 4, 1885 – March 3, 1887
Preceded by James E. Campbell
Succeeded by James E. Campbell
Member of the U.S. House of Representatives
from Ohio's 5th district
In office
March 4, 1887 – March 3, 1891
Preceded by Benjamin Le Fevre
Succeeded by Fernando C. Layton
Personal details
Born (1832-05-29)May 29, 1832
Uniontown, Pennsylvania
Died June 11, 1905(1905-06-11) (aged 73)
Tiffin, Ohio
Resting place Greenlawn Cemetery, Tiffin
Political party Democratic
Spouse Anna Walker
Alma mater Norwalk Seminary
Military service
Allegiance  United States of America
Branch/service United States Union Army
Years of service July 28, 1862
- November 22, 1864
Rank Union army 1st lt rank insignia.jpg First lieutenant
Unit Ohio 101st Ohio Infantry

George Ebbert Seney (May 29, 1832 – June 11, 1905) was an important politician, lawyer, and judge from Ohio in the 1800s. He was a member of the Democratic Party. George Seney served four terms in the United States House of Representatives from 1883 to 1891.

George Seney's Early Life

George Seney was born in Uniontown, Pennsylvania, on May 29, 1832. His family moved to Tiffin, Ohio, the same year he was born. He was the grandson of Joshua Seney, who was also a politician. He was also related to Francis Nicholson, a colonial governor of Maryland.

Education and Becoming a Lawyer

George Seney went to Norwalk Seminary for his education. After finishing school, he studied law. In 1853, he passed his exams and became a lawyer. He started his law practice in Tiffin, Ohio.

A Career in Public Service

George Seney was offered a job as a United States Attorney for Northern Ohio. This offer came from President James Buchanan, but Seney chose not to take it.

Serving as a Judge

In 1857, George Seney became a judge. He served on the Court of Common Pleas. This court handles many types of legal cases.

Joining the Civil War Effort

During the American Civil War, George Seney joined the Union Army. In 1862, he enlisted in the 101st Ohio Infantry regiment. He was promoted to first lieutenant. He also worked as a quartermaster for his regiment. A quartermaster is in charge of supplies like food and equipment. He served until the war ended.

George Seney in Congress

George Seney first tried to get elected to the United States House of Representatives in 1874. He lost that election by a very small number of votes.

Representing Ohio in Washington

In 1876, he was chosen as a delegate for the Democratic National Convention. This is where the Democratic Party chooses its candidate for president.

In 1882, George Seney was elected to the United States House of Representatives. He served four terms, from 1883 to 1891. He decided not to run for re-election in 1890.

Later Life and Legacy

After his time in Congress, George Seney went back to being a lawyer. He continued to practice law in Tiffin, Ohio.

He was married to Anna Walker. Her grandfather, Josiah Hedges, founded the city of Tiffin. George Seney passed away in Tiffin on June 11, 1905. He was buried in Greenlawn Cemetery in Tiffin.

George Seney was also a pallbearer for Chief Justice Morrison Waite. A pallbearer helps carry the coffin at a funeral.

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