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He was born in Washington township, Lycoming county, Pa., February 3, 1811. He learned the trade of harnessmaking at Muncy, Pa., and subsequently established in Milton, where, in connection with the harness trade, he engaged inthe sale of wallpaper and supplies; here he conducted business for many years.
Mr. McCormick was an ardent Democrat and a zealous worker for the cause of that political party. He was twice appointed Postmaster of Milton and served two terms as deputy sheriff of Northumberland county. He died February 13, 1888.
On September 10, 1845, he was married to Maria L. Langdon, who survives him and now resides in Milton, Pa.
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