John Sanford (1851–1939)

John Sanford (January 18, 1851 – September 26, 1939) was an American businessman, a prominent owner/breeder of thoroughbred racehorses, and a member of the United States House of Representatives from New York's 20th congressional district.

For other people with the same name, see John Sanford (disambiguation).

John Sanford
Member of the U.S. House of Representatives
from New York's 20th district
In office
March 4, 1889 – March 3, 1893
Preceded byGeorge West
Succeeded byCharles Tracey
Personal details
Born(1851-01-18)January 18, 1851
Amsterdam, New York, U.S.
DiedSeptember 26, 1939(1939-09-26) (aged 88)
Saratoga, New York, U.S.
Resting placeGreen Hill Cemetery, Amsterdam, New York, U.S.
Political partyRepublican
Parent
  • Stephen Sanford (father)
RelativesJohn Sanford (grandfather)
Alma materYale College
OccupationBusinessman, racehorse breeder
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