US Congressman. He was born in Caldwell (now Lake George), New York. After completing his education at local schools he moved to Black Brook, Clinton County, in 1832, where he entered the iron manufacturing business in partnership with his brother James, the J & J Rogers Iron Company. He was Black Brook Town Supervisor for ten years and held other local offices. In 1870 he was elected to the US House of Representatives as a Democrat and served one term, 1871 to 1873. He then returned to his business activities. After his retirement he relocated to a home he called "Rogers Place" in Fort Edward, Washington County, where he resided until his death.
US Congressman. He was born in Caldwell (now Lake George), New York. After completing his education at local schools he moved to Black Brook, Clinton County, in 1832, where he entered the iron manufacturing business in partnership with his brother James, the J & J Rogers Iron Company. He was Black Brook Town Supervisor for ten years and held other local offices. In 1870 he was elected to the US House of Representatives as a Democrat and served one term, 1871 to 1873. He then returned to his business activities. After his retirement he relocated to a home he called "Rogers Place" in Fort Edward, Washington County, where he resided until his death.
Bio by: Bill McKern
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