Jacob Kent Jr.
Jacob Kent Jr. | |
|---|---|
| United States Marshal for the District of Vermont | |
| In office 1845–1849 | |
| Preceded by | William Barron |
| Succeeded by | John Pettes |
| Sheriff of Orange County, Vermont | |
| In office 1842–1844 | |
| Preceded by | Asa Story |
| Succeeded by | Hoel Sayre |
| Personal details | |
| Born | April 26, 1800 Newbury, Vermont, U.S. |
| Died | March 13, 1886 (aged 85) Newbury, Vermont, U.S. |
| Resting place | Oxbow Cemetery, Newbury, Vermont |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Spouse | Nancy J. (Smith) Mattocks (m. 1870, div. 1881) |
| Occupation | Farmer Hotelier Government official |
Jacob Kent Jr. (April 26, 1800 - March 13, 1886) was a farmer, hotel operator, and government official in Vermont. A Democrat, he was most notable for his service as Sheriff of Orange County, Vermont (1842-1844) and United States Marshal for the District of Vermont.