William Nelson (New York politician)
William Nelson | |
|---|---|
| Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from New York's 7th district | |
| In office March 4, 1847 – March 3, 1851 | |
| Preceded by | Joseph H. Anderson |
| Succeeded by | Abraham P. Stephens |
| Personal details | |
| Born | June 29, 1784 Hyde Park, New York, U.S. |
| Died | October 3, 1869 (aged 85) Peekskill, New York, U.S. |
| Political party | Whig |
| Spouse | Cornelia Mandeville Hardman |
| Children | 12 |
| Profession | Attorney |
William Nelson (June 29, 1784 – October 3, 1869) was an American lawyer and judge from Westchester County, New York. He represented New York in the U.S. Congress from 1847 to 1851.