This article needs additional citations for verification. (December 2018) |
William Pennington | |
---|---|
![]() | |
23rd Speaker of the United States House of Representatives | |
In office February 1, 1860 – March 3, 1861 | |
Preceded by | James L. Orr |
Succeeded by | Galusha A. Grow |
Leader of the House Republican Conference | |
In office February 1, 1860 – March 3, 1861 | |
Preceded by | Office Established |
Succeeded by | Galusha A. Grow |
Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from New Jersey's 5th district | |
In office March 4, 1859 – March 3, 1861 | |
Preceded by | Jacob R. Wortendyke |
Succeeded by | Nehemiah Perry |
13th Governor of New Jersey | |
In office October 27, 1837 – October 27, 1843 | |
Preceded by | Philemon Dickerson |
Succeeded by | Daniel Haines |
Member of the New Jersey General Assembly | |
In office 1828 | |
Personal details | |
Born | Newark, New Jersey | May 4, 1796
Died | February 16, 1862 Newark, New Jersey | (aged 65)
Political party | Republican |
Alma mater | Princeton College |
Profession | Law |
Signature | ![]() |
William Pennington (May 4, 1796 – February 16, 1862) was an American politician and lawyer. He was the 13th governor of New Jersey from 1837 to 1843. He served one term in the United States House of Representatives, during which he served as Speaker of the House from 1860 to 1861.