Robert Abbott (Michigan politician)


Robert Abbott was a Michigan politician.

Early life

Abbott was born in 1770 in Detroit, Michigan. His father was James Abbott, an early settler of Michigan who would have two other younger sons after Robert.

Career

Abbott became a partner with his James in the fur trading business. Abbott served as Michigan Territorial Treasurer from 1818 to 1836. Abbott served as Michigan Auditor General from 1836 to 1839, when he retired.

Personal life

Abbott was Methodist.

Death

Abbott died in 1852.