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BONSON, Richard

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BONSON, Richard. (Yorkshire, England, Oct. 23, 1814-Dubuque, IA, Feb. 1, 1883). Miner. Bonson settled in Dubuque in July 1834, becoming one of the area's most successful miners. He also served on the executive committee that arbitrated MINING disputes.

Frequently chosen to serve in township and county elective offices, Bonson served as the State Inspector of Banks. He was elected a state legislator in 1854 and 1856.