William Sterrett Ramsey

William Sterrett Ramsey (June 12, 1810 – October 17, 1840) was an American politician who served in the United States House of Representatives from 1839 until his death by suicide in 1840. He represented the 13th congressional district of Pennsylvania as a Democrat in the 26th United States Congress.[1][2]

William Ramsey
Member of the U.S. House of Representatives
from Pennsylvania's 13th district
In office
March 4, 1839  October 17, 1840
Preceded byCharles McClure
Succeeded byCharles McClure
Personal details
Born(1810-06-12)June 12, 1810
Carlisle, Pennsylvania, U.S.
DiedOctober 17, 1840(1840-10-17) (aged 30)
Baltimore, Maryland, U.S.
Cause of deathSuicide
Resting placeAshland Cemetery, Carlisle, Pennsylvania, U.S.
Political partyDemocratic
ProfessionPolitician

Early life and education

Ramsey was born in Carlisle, Pennsylvania on June 12, 1810. He pursued classical studies in both the United States and Europe, serving as attaché of the American Legation in London.

Career

Ramsey was elected as a Democrat to represent the 13th congressional district of Pennsylvania in the 26th United States Congress. His term began on March 4, 1839.

Though Ramsey was re-elected to the 27th United States Congress, he committed suicide before its commencement. Democrat Charles McClure was elected to serve out the remainder of Ramsey's term.

Death

Ramsey died by suicide at the age of 30 in Baltimore, Maryland on October 17, 1840. He was interred in Ashland Cemetery, located in Carlisle, Pennsylvania.[3]

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