Jehiel H. Halsey

Succeeded by Personal detailsBorn(1788-10-07)October 7, 1788
Southampton, New York, U.S.DiedDecember 5, 1867(1867-12-05) (aged 79)
Lodi, New York, U.S.Political partyJacksonianRelativesNicoll Halsey (brother)

Jehiel Howell Halsey (October 7, 1788 – December 5, 1867) was an American lawyer and politician from New York. From 1829 to 1831, he served one term in the U.S. House of Representatives.

Life

He was the son of Congressman Silas Halsey. Halsey moved to Herkimer County in 1793 with his parents, and settled in what is now the town of Lodi in Seneca County. He attended the common schools. He engaged in agricultural pursuits. He was County Clerk of Seneca County from 1819 to 1821.

Political career

Halsey was elected as a Jacksonian to the 21st United States Congress, holding office from March 4, 1829, to March 3, 1831. He was Chairman of the Committee on Accounts.

He was member of the New York State Senate (7th D.) from 1832 to 1835, sitting in the 55th through 58th New York State Legislatures.

He was Surrogate of Seneca County from 1837 to 1843, and Town Supervisor of Lodi from 1845 to 1846.

Death

He died on December 5, 1868, and was buried at the West Lodi Cemetery.

Family

Congressman Nicoll Halsey was his brother.

References

• United States Congress. "Jehiel H. Halsey (id: H000088)". Biographical Directory of the United States Congress.

U.S. House of Representatives
Preceded by John Maynard, Dudley Marvin	Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from New York's 26th congressional district 1829–1831 with Robert S. Rose	Succeeded by John Dickson, William Babcock
New York State Senate
Preceded by George B. Throop	New York State Senate Seventh District (Class 1) 1832–1835	Succeeded by John Beardsley