John Ferguson (New York politician)
John Ferguson (c. 1777—September 5, 1832) was an American attorney and politician from New York City. A Democratic-Republican, and later a Democrat, he was most notable for his service as the 52nd Mayor of New York City from March to June 1815, Grand Sachem of Tammany Hall, and Naval Officer of the Port of New York.
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From Manual of the Corporation of the City of New York for 1864, by D. T. Valentine. | |
| 52nd Mayor of New York City | |
| In office March 6, 1815 – July 9, 1815 | |
| Preceded by | DeWitt Clinton |
| Succeeded by | Jacob Radcliff |
| Naval Officer of the Port of New York | |
| In office 1813–1832 | |
| Preceded by | Samuel Osgood |
| Succeeded by | Enos T. Throop |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Circa 1777 New York City |
| Died | September 5, 1832 (aged 54–55) New York City |
| Political party | Democratic-Republican Democratic |
| Alma mater | Columbia College |
| Profession | Attorney |
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