Jacob Brinkerhoff

Jacob Brinkerhoff (August 31, 1810 – July 19, 1880) was an American jurist, Congressman, and author of the Wilmot Proviso. He served two terms in the U.S. House of Representatives from 1843 to 1847.

Jacob Brinkerhoff
Member of the U.S. House of Representatives
from Ohio's 11th district
In office
March 4, 1843  March 3, 1847
Preceded byBenjamin S. Cowen
Succeeded byJohn K. Miller
Ohio Supreme Court Justice
In office
February 9, 1856  February 9, 1871
Preceded byWilliam Kennon, Sr.
Succeeded byGeorge W. McIlvaine
Personal details
Born(1810-08-31)August 31, 1810
Niles, New York
DiedJuly 19, 1880(1880-07-19) (aged 69)
Mansfield, Ohio
Resting placeMansfield Cemetery
Political party
Spouses
  • Caroline Campbell
  • Marian Titus
Childrenfour
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