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BAKER, John, alderman, North 6th near Susquehanna Avenue (near Germantown Avenue) 19th Ward

U.S. City Directories, 1821-1989 about John Baker
Name: John Baker
Residence Year: 1861
Street Address: n Susquehanna av
Residence Place: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Occupation: Alderman
Publication Title: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, City Directory, 1861

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Pennsylvania established aldermen in the 19th century to serve as local judges for minor infractions. Pennsylvania's aldermen were phased out in the early 20th century.