Joshua Fisher (born 1675) explained

Captain Joshua Fisher (February 4, 1675 - March 11, 1730) represented Dedham, Massachusetts in the Great and General Court in 1725 and 1726.

Personal life

Fisher was born February 4, 1675, to Joshua and Esther Fisher.

He married Hannah Gay in 1695. They had five daughters, Hannah, Mary, Rebecca, Judith, and Sarah. Mary married Nathaniel Ames.

He died March 11, 1730.

Career

He inherited Fisher's Tavern from his father, Joshua. It was founded by his grandfather, also named Lieutenant Joshua Fisher. Upon his death he left it to his widow.

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