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About John Denny (politician)
- John Denny (May 4, 1793 – July 28, 1875) was an American pioneer and politician. Born in Mercer County, Kentucky, Denny served in the Kentucky Volunteers regiment during the War of 1812.
- In 1816, Denny, his wife, and family moved to Washington County, Indiana and then to Putnam County, Indiana.
- Then, in 1835, Denny, his wife, and family settled in Knox County, Illinois.
- While living in Knox County, Illinois Denny served as justice of the peace.
- From 1840 to 1842, Denny served in the Illinois House of Representatives.
- He was a Whig and then a Republican.
- He settled in Seattle, Washington where he died.
- His son was Arthur A.
- Denny.John Street in Seattle was named after Denny by his sons.
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