John H. Starin
John Henry Starin (August 27, 1825 – March 21, 1909) was a successful entrepreneur and businessman notably in the logistics and amusement industries. In addition to serving as a U.S. representative from New York in Congress, he founded Starin's Glen Island Resort, America's first amusement park.
John Henry Starin | |
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| Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from New York's 20th district | |
| In office March 4, 1877 – March 3, 1881 | |
| Preceded by | Henry H. Hathorn |
| Succeeded by | George West |
| Mayor of Fultonville, New York | |
| In office 1862–1863 | |
| Preceded by | Joesph M. Yates |
| Succeeded by | J.A.O South |
| Personal details | |
| Born | August 27, 1825 Sammonsville, Fulton County, New York, U.S. |
| Died | March 21, 1909 (aged 83) New York City, New York, U.S. |
| Resting place | Fultonville Cemetery, Fultonville, New York, U.S. |
| Political party | Republican |
| Relatives | Thomas Sammons (grandfather) |
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