Lovejoy, Owen, 1811-1864

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Birth 1811-01-06
Death 1864-03-25

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Came to Princeton, Illinois in 1838 as minister of the Congregational Church and strong abolitionist. His home there was a stop on the Underground Railroad. He was elected to the state legislature in 1854 and to the U.S. House of Representatives in 1856, where he served five terms. He was the brother of slain abolitionist, Elijah Lovejoy.

From the description of Letters, 1837, 1858, 1863. (Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library). WorldCat record id: 52538367

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Subjects:

  • Abolition
  • Abolitionists
  • Copperhead movement

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  • Illinois (as recorded)

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