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[275] Born in New York, 1814; died, 1886. Graduated at University of New York; became a prominent politician and corporation lawyer in New York City; leader of New York Democrats, 1868; successfully opposed the Tweed “ring”; elected governor, 1874; unsuccessful candidate for Presidency, 1876; left large sum to endow public library of New York City.