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