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James Kneeland (1816 in LeRoy, New York – 1899) was a businessman and politician. In 1841, Kneeland moved to the Wisconsin Territory, settling in Milwaukee.

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Business career

Kneeland was credited with helping to found the Milwaukee Gas Light Company. He was also a promoter of numerous road and railroad companies, including Milwaukee and Mississippi Railroad.

Political career

Kneeland was a member of the Wisconsin Territorial Council from 1845 to 1846. From 1867 to 1868, he was Tax Commissioner of Milwaukee. He was a Democrat.

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