Frederick Fraley | |
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Member of the Pennsylvania Senate for the 1st district | |
In office 1837–1839 | |
Preceded by | Abraham Miller |
Succeeded by | Henry S. Spackman |
Philadelphia City Council | |
In office 1834–1837 | |
Personal details | |
Born | Philadelphia, Pennsylvania | May 28, 1804
Died | September 23, 1901 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania | (aged 97)
Political party | Whig |
Alma mater | University of Pennsylvania |
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Frederick Fraley (May 28, 1804 – September 23, 1901) was an American businessman, politician, and civic leader from Pennsylvania. He was involved in several successful businesses and served on the Philadelphia City Council and as a member of the Pennsylvania State Senate. He was one of the founders of the Franklin Institute and one of the first directors of Girard College in Philadelphia.