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Reuben Eaton Fenton (July 4, 1819 – August 25, 1885) was an American merchant and politician from New York. In the mid-19th century, he served as a U.S. Representative, a U.S. Senator, and as Governor of New York.
Reuben Eaton Fenton, the youngest son of George Washington Fenton and Elsie Owen, was born on the Fourth of July, 1819, in the Town of Carroll. The family lived in what was variously described as a frame house or a log cabin between Frewsburg and Fentonville.
Reuben E. Fenton was “a suave and able businessman and politician of Old Democratic vintage, who came from western New York,” wrote historian Glyndon Van Deusen.” 1 Fenton’s skills as a politician and speaker helped him rise quickly in Republican political ranks.
Reuben Eaton Fenton, 1819–85, U.S. politician, b. Carroll, N.Y. He was elected to the New York assembly in 1849 and to Congress in 1852. Although he was elected as a Democrat, his position on slavery led him to become a founder of the Republican party in New York.
The Reuben Eaton Fenton papers contain manuscripts and printed material related to his career in politics and government. Manuscripts include an outline and select chapters for a proposed biography, written circa 1869; letters written by Fenton concerning official business and political matters; and speeches on a variety of topics.
Reuben Earle Fenton (1865-1895) The only son of Reuben E. and Elizabeth Fenton was born in 1865. He attended local schools, St. John’s Military School at Manlius, New York, and Brown University. He was a member and leader of the Fenton Guards, a local militia.
REUBEN E. FENTON, the twenty-fifth governor of New York, was born in Carroll, New York on July 4, 1819. His early education was attained in the public schools of his native state. While studying law, he worked as a logger and merchant.
