Richard B. McCoy

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Richard B. McCoy
Member of the Maryland House of Delegates from the Harford County district
In office 1860–1864 Serving with William F. Bayless, Joshua Wilson, Marmaduke Dove, Elisha Lewis, Thomas Archer, Charles B. Hitchcock
Personal details
Born	c. 1821 Baltimore, Maryland, U.S.
Died	October 18, 1902 (aged 81) Dublin, Maryland, U.S.
Political party	Know Nothing
Children	7
Occupation	Politician

Richard B. McCoy (c. 1821 – October 18, 1902) was an American politician from Maryland. He served as a member of the Maryland House of Delegates, representing Harford County from 1860 to 1864.

Early life

Richard B. McCoy was born in Baltimore.[1]

Career

McCoy served as a member of the Maryland House of Delegates, representing Harford County from 1860 to 1864.[2] He was elected on the Know Nothing ticket.[3]

McCoy was one of the original incorporators and served as a director of the Conowingo Bridge Company.[3]

Personal life

McCoy had four daughters and three sons, Jennie, Priscilla, Helen, Nannie, David G., John G. and Richard B. Jr.[3] He was a Quaker and abolitionist.[3]

McCoy died October 18, 1902, at the age of 81, at the home of his brother in Dublin, Maryland.[3]

References

1. "Death of R. B. McCoy". The Baltimore Sun. October 20, 1902. p. 10. Retrieved March 16, 2023 – via Newspapers.com.
2. "Historical List, House of Delegates, Harford County". Maryland Manual On-Line. Maryland State Archives. April 30, 1999. Retrieved March 16, 2023.
3. "Richard B. McCoy". The Midland Journal. October 24, 1902. p. 3. Retrieved March 16, 2023 – via Newspapers.com.