Joseph W. Torrey (politician) explained

Joseph W. Torrey
Office:Member of the
Michigan Territorial Council
from the 1st district
Term Start:May 1, 1832
Term End:April 23, 1833
Birth Place:Connecticut
Death Date:1844
Death Place:Connecticut

Joseph W. Torrey was a Michigan politician.

Early life

Torrey was born in Connecticut. At some point, Torrey moved to the Michigan Territory.[1]

Career

Torrey was a lawyer. Torrey served recorder of Detroit in 1829 and as probate judge from 1829 to 1833. He was supporter of President Andrew Jackson during his time in Detroit.[1] Torrey served on the Michigan Territorial Council from May 1, 1832 to April 23, 1833.[2]

Death

Torrey moved back to Connecticut in 1844, and died the same year.[1]

Notes and References

  1. Book: Bingham, Stephen D. . 1888 . Early History of Michigan: With Biographies of State Officers, Members of Congress, Judges and Legislators . . English . Thorp & Godfrey, state printers .
  2. Web site: Tooley to Tostofson. . June 3, 2020.