Joseph Kille

Joseph Kille was an American politician who served a single term in the United States [House of Representatives], representing the at-large congressional district of New Jersey from 1839 to 1841 as a Democrat in the 26th [United States Congress]. Kille also served in the New Jersey General Assembly before and after his tenure in Congress.

Early life and education

Kille was born near Bridgeport, New Jersey, on April 12, 1790. He pursued his education in Salem.

Career

Kille served as sheriff of Salem County, New Jersey, from 1822 to 1829 and county clerk from 1829 to 1839.
Prior to serving in the United States Congress, Kille served in the New Jersey General Assembly from 1815 to 1816.

Congress

Kille served a single term in the United States House of Representatives, representing the at-large congressional district of New Jersey as a Democrat in the 26th United States Congress. His time in office began on March 4, 1839, and concluded on March 3, 1841.

Later career

Following his tenure in Congress, Kille served in the New Jersey General Assembly in 1856.

Death

Kille died at the age of 74 in Salem on March 1, 1865. He was interred in St. John's [Episcopal Cemetery, Salem|St. John's Episcopal Cemetery], located in Salem.