David S. Kaufman
David Spangler Kaufman (December 18, 1813 – January 31, 1851) was an attorney, politician, and diplomat, serving as U.S. Representative from Texas. When the Republic of Texas was independent, he served in both houses of its legislature, and as chargé d'affaires of Texas to the United States.
David S. Kaufman | |
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| Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Texas's 1st district | |
| In office March 30, 1846 – January 31, 1851 | |
| Preceded by | Constituency established |
| Succeeded by | Richardson A. Scurry |
| Republic of Texas Chargé d'affaires to the United States | |
| In office 1845–1846 | |
| Republic of Texas Senator | |
| In office 1843–1845 | |
| 5th Speaker of the House (Republic of Texas) | |
| In office 1840–1841 | |
| Preceded by | John M. Hansford |
| Succeeded by | Kenneth L. Anderson |
| Member of the Republic of Texas House of Representatives from Nacogdoches County | |
| In office 1838–1841 | |
| Preceded by | Thomas Jefferson Rusk |
| Personal details | |
| Born | David Spangler Kaufman December 13, 1813 Boiling Springs, Pennsylvania, U.S. |
| Died | January 31, 1851 (aged 37) Washington, D.C., U.S. |
| Resting place | Texas State Cemetery |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Spouse | Jane Baxter Richardson |
| Children | Anna Daniel David Jr. Sam Houston |
| Alma mater | Princeton College |
| Profession | Attorney |
| Military service | |
| Allegiance | Republic of Texas Army |
| Rank | Aide to Gen. Thomas J. Rusk |
| Battles/wars | Battle of the Neches |
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