Henry N. Walker


Henry Nelson Walker was a Michigan politician.

Early life

Walker was born on November 30, 1811 in Fredonia, New York to parents John and Nancy Walker. Walker moved to Detroit, Michigan in 1835.

Career

In Fredonia, New York, Walker graduated from an academy, and then started to practice law. On November 6, 1843, Walker was elected as a member of the Michigan House of Representatives from the Wayne County district. He served in this position in 1844. Walker served as Michigan Attorney General from 1845 to 1847. Walker served as the postmaster of Detroit from 1859 to 1860.

Personal life

Walker was married to Emily Virginia Norvell, daughter of United States Senator John Norvell. Together, they had three children. Walker was Episcopalian.

Death

Walker died on February 24, 1886 in Detroit. He was interred at Elmwood Cemetery.