Chew, Samuel, 1795-1841
Samuel Chew (1795-1841) developed a successful legal career in Philadelphia. He worked as solicitor for the Spring Garden district, represented the Kensington Bank, and acted as a trustee for the Wayne County Land Trust. In addition to his legal career, Samuel Chew was involved in the construction of a ship for the Mexican government called the Kensington (or Tepeyac); this venture ended with a legal battle, which lasted past his death in 1841.
From the description of Chew Family papers : Series 6. Samuel Chew (1795-1841), 1751-1845. (Historical Society of Pennsylvania). WorldCat record id: 435804074
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| creatorOf | Chew, Samuel, 1795-1841. Chew Family papers : Series 6. Samuel Chew (1795-1841), 1751-1845. | Historical Society of Pennsylvania | |
| referencedIn | Chew family. Chew Family papers, 1659-1986 (bulk 1740-1930). | Historical Society of Pennsylvania |
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Birth 1795
Death 1841
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