William Simcoe

William Simcoe
Member of the Maryland House of Delegates
from the Cecil County district
In office
1840–1841
Preceded byJohn C. Cameron, Samuel B. Foard, John J. Heckart
Succeeded byAmor T. Forwood, William Knight, John Owens
Personal details
BornCarpenter Point, Maryland, U.S.
Political partyWhig
SpouseRebecca Cazier
Children13
Occupation
  • Politician
  • farmer

William Simcoe was an American politician from Maryland. He served as a member of the Maryland House of Delegates, representing Cecil County from 1840 to 1841.

Early life

William Simcoe was born at Carpenter Point, Maryland, to George Simcoe.[1]

Career

Simcoe was a farmer.[1] Simcoe was a Whig.[1] He served as a member of the Maryland House of Delegates, representing Cecil County from 1840 to 1841.[2]

Personal life

Simcoe married Rebecca Cazier, daughter of Thomas Cazier, of Cecil County. They had thirteen children, including John S., Louisa J. and Mrs. Manley.[1] He was a trustee and steward of the Methodist Episcopal Church.[1]

References

  1. ^ a b c d e Portrait and Biographical Record of Harford and Cecil Counties, Maryland. 1897. pp. 382–383, 578. Retrieved October 18, 2023 – via Archive.org.Open access icon
  2. ^ "Historical List, House of Delegates, Cecil County (1790-1974)". Maryland Manual On-Line. Maryland State Archives. February 1, 2000. Retrieved October 18, 2023.