Samuel George Andrews (October 16, 1796 – June 11, 1863) was an American businessman and politician who served one term as and a

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from 1857 to 1859.

Early life and education

Samuel G. Andrews was born in

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, on October 16, 1796. As a youth, he attended the public schools and a classical academy in

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. He moved to

in 1815 with his parents, who settled in Rochester. Andrews then became engaged in the mercantile business.

Career

His political career began as clerk of the State assembly in 1831 and 1832, then as clerk of Monroe County from 1834 to 1837. He was later a member of the board of aldermen in 1838, then secretary of the State senate in 1840 and 1841. He was also clerk of the court of errors for two years and was appointed postmaster of Rochester on January 8, 1842. He served in that role until his successor was appointed in 1845. Andrews served twice as mayor of Rochester in 1840 and 1856. He was a New York delegate to the

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Congress

Elected as a Whig (later the Republican Party) to the

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, Andrews held office from March 4, 1857, to March 3, 1859.

Death

Andrews died in Rochester on June 11, 1863, at age 66. He is

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in Mount Hope Cemetery in Rochester.

References

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