Representative George Fuller

George Fuller (November 7, 1802 – November 24, 1888) was an American newspaper editor, politician, and public official who served as a U.S. Representative from Pennsylvania from 1844 to 1845. A member of the Democratic Party, he represented Pennsylvania’s 12th congressional district in the 28th Congress.

Early Life

Fuller was born on November 7, 1802, in Norwich, Connecticut. As a young man, he moved to Montrose, Susquehanna County, Pennsylvania, where he engaged in mercantile pursuits and became an active member of the local community.

Career in Journalism and Politics

Fuller established himself as a prominent newspaper editor in northeastern Pennsylvania. He served as editor of the Montrose Democrat, the Montrose Gazette, and the Susquehanna Register, using these platforms to engage in the political debates of the era. In addition to his journalism work, he served as treasurer of Susquehanna County, gaining experience in public administration.

Congressional Career

Fuller was elected as a Democrat to the 28th Congress to fill the vacancy caused by the death of Almon H. Read, serving from 1844 to 1845. During his time in Congress, he represented the interests of his rural Pennsylvania district on matters related to economic development and local governance.

Later Life and Death

After leaving Congress, Fuller continued his work in journalism and public affairs. During the last 25 years of his life, he identified with the Republican Party, reflecting the political realignment that occurred in the era surrounding the Civil War. George Fuller died on November 24, 1888, in Scranton, Pennsylvania. He was buried in Montrose, Pennsylvania.