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William Weir Stickney (24 Jun 1801 - 16 Mar 1888) was an American attorney and politician who served as the United States Attorney for the District of New Hampshire.
Early life
Stickney was born on June 24, 1801, in Enfield, New Hampshire, to Daniel and Sarah (Morse) Stickney.
Education
Stickney graduated from Dartmouth College in 1823.
Early career
Stickney was admitted to the New Hampshire bar in 1826. Stickney practiced law in Concord, Newmarket, and Exeter, New Hampshire.
New Hampshire House of Representatives
Stickney served twice in the New Hampshire House of Representatives. Stickney represented Newmarket from 1839 to 1841, and Exeter in 1855.
Family life
Stickney married Frances A. Hough on November 5, 1860. The couple had three children.
US Attorney
In 1849 Stickney was appointed the United States Attorney for the District of New Hampshire.
Judge of Probate
In 1857 Stickney was appointed the Judge Probate of Rockingham County, New Hampshire