Jonathan Grout | |
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| Member of theU.S. House of Representatives fromMassachusetts's8th district | |
| In office March 4, 1789 – March 3, 1791 | |
| Preceded by | District created |
| Succeeded by | George Thatcher |
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| Born | (1737-07-23)July 23, 1737 |
| Died | September 8, 1807(1807-09-08) (aged 70) |
| Political party | Democratic-Republican |
| Occupation | Lawyer |
Jonathan Grout (July 23, 1737 – September 8, 1807) was a member of the United States House of Representatives from Massachusetts. Grout was born inLunenburg in theProvince of Massachusetts Bay and served in theFirst United States Congress.[1]
His son, Jonathan Grout Jr., built the firstoptical telegraph in the United States, connectingMartha's Vineyard andBoston.[2][3]
A descendant of his wasEdward M. Grout (1861–1931), a lawyer andNew York City Comptroller.
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| Preceded by District created | Member of the U.S. House of Representatives fromMassachusetts's 8th congressional district March 4, 1789 – March 3, 1791 | Succeeded by |
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