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Barker, Joseph, 1806-1875

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Joseph Barker (October 19, 1751 - July 5, 1815) was a U.S. Representative from Massachusetts.

Born in Branford, Connecticut, Barker attended the common schools in Branford, Harvard College for two years, and was graduated from Yale College in 1771. He studied theology. Licensed to preach January 3, 1775. Ordained to the ministry December 5, 1781, and was installed as pastor of the First Congregational Church of Middleboro, Massachusetts.

Barker was elected as a Republican to the Ninth and Tenth Congresses (March 4, 1805-March 3, 1809). He was not a candidate for renomination in 1808. He served as member of the State house of representatives in 1812 and 1813. He continued in the ministry at Middleboro, Massachusetts, until his death, July 5, 1815. He was interred in Green Cemetery.

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Biography at the Biographical Directory of the United States Congress

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