Richard G. Murphy
Richard G. Murphy | |
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Murphy in 1858 | |
| Member of the 1st Minnesota Legislature Minnesota Senate | |
| In office December 2, 1857 – December 6, 1859 | |
| Preceded by | Position established |
| Succeeded by | J.F. Baldwin |
| President pro tempore of the Minnesota Senate | |
| In office 1857-1858 | |
| Preceded by | John B. Brisbin (as Territorial Senate) |
| Succeeded by | William Holcombe |
| Personal details | |
| Born | January 1, 1801 |
| Died | January 10, 1875 (aged 74) |
| Resting place | Valley Cemetery Shakopee, Minnesota |
| Other political affiliations | Independent |
| Occupation | Justice of the Peace Politician Indian Agent |
| Military service | |
| Allegiance | United States of America |
| Branch/service | Illinois Militia |
| Years of service | 1831-1832 |
| Rank | Orderly Sergeant |
| Unit | Captain Adair's Company, 3rd Regiment of Illinois Mounted Volunteers |
| Battles/wars | Black Hawk War |
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Richard G. Murphy (January 1, 1801 - January 10, 1875) was an American politician, soldier, settler, Indian agent, and prominent business owner who settled various portions of the modern-day city of Shakopee, Minnesota.