John Rowe (merchant)
John Rowe (1715–1787) was a property developer and merchant in 18th century Boston, Massachusetts. As a merchant, John Rowe's most famous cargo was the tea that played a starring role in the Boston Tea Party. As a developer, his name is remembered to this day in the name of Rowes Wharf, a modern development in downtown Boston on the site of his original wharf.
John Rowe | |
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| Member of the Boston Board of Selectmen | |
| In office March 13, 1767 – 1769 | |
| Member of the House of Representatives of the Province of Massachusetts Bay | |
| In office 1766–1766 | |
| Personal details | |
| Spouse | Hannah Speakman |
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