John Blackwell Hale facts for kids
John Blackwell Hale (born February 27, 1831 – died February 1, 1905) was an important American politician from Missouri. He served as a U.S. Representative, which means he was a member of the United States Congress.
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Early Life and Education
John Blackwell Hale was born in a place called Brooks, Virginia. This area is now part of West Virginia. As a young person, he went to local schools. He decided to study law, which is the rules and system of a country.
Becoming a Lawyer
In 1849, John Hale became a lawyer. This means he passed tests and was allowed to practice law. He started his law career in a town called Brunswick, Missouri.
Public Service and Military Role
John Hale was very involved in public service and politics. He held several important roles throughout his life.
Serving in the State Government
From 1856 to 1858, John Hale was a member of the State House of Representatives. This is a group of elected people who make laws for their state.
Role in Presidential Elections
In 1860, he was chosen as a presidential elector. This person is part of a group that officially votes for the President of the United States. He supported the Democratic candidates, Douglas and Johnson, in that election.
During the Civil War
During the American Civil War (a big war in America from 1861-1865), John Hale served in the military. He was a colonel, which is a high-ranking officer. He led two groups of soldiers from Missouri: the Sixty-fifth Regiment and the Fourth Provisional Regiment. These groups were part of the United States forces.
National Political Involvement
John Hale continued to be active in politics after the war. He was a delegate to the Democratic National Convention in 1864 and 1868. A delegate is someone chosen to represent their state or area at a big meeting. These conventions are where political parties choose their candidates for president.
Helping Write the State Constitution
In 1875, John Hale was part of the Missouri constitutional convention. This was a special meeting where people worked to write or change the state's main set of laws, called the constitution.
Time in Congress
John Hale was elected to the United States Congress. This is where laws are made for the entire country.
Election to Congress
He was elected as a Democrat to the Forty-ninth Congress. He served in this role from March 4, 1885, to March 3, 1887.
Later Political Career
After his time in Congress, John Hale tried to be re-elected but was not successful. He then went back to working as a lawyer.
Later Life and Legacy
John Blackwell Hale passed away in Carrollton, Missouri, on February 1, 1905. He was buried in Oak Hill Cemetery.
