Joseph M. Patterson (politician)
Joseph M. Patterson (August 12, 1837 – January 26, 1914) was an American politician from Pennsylvania. Moving to Sterling, Illinois, in 1857, Patterson quickly became a prominent lawyer. He served with the 15th Illinois Volunteer Infantry Regiment in the Civil War and was mustered out as a lieutenant. Soon after his return to Sterling, he was elected an alderman (1868), then township supervisor (1869–1874). In 1872, Patterson was elected to the Illinois Senate for a two-year term. Patterson briefly served as township supervisor again 1877 before being elected Mayor of Sterling.
Joseph M. Patterson | |
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| Member of the Illinois Senate from the 11th district | |
| In office 1872–1874 | |
| Preceded by | redistricted |
| Succeeded by | Henry A. Mills |
| Personal details | |
| Born | August 12, 1837 Mount Joy, Pennsylvania, U.S. |
| Died | January 26, 1914 (aged 76) Kansas City, Missouri, U.S. |
| Resting place | Forest Hill Calvary Cemetery Kansas City, Missouri, U.S. |
| Residence | Sterling, Illinois |
| Profession | Attorney and banker |
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