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Michigan Jackson
Charles W. Penny came to Detroit in 1831, a young man not yet of| age. Mr. Penny resided in Detroit ten years. He was one of the origin ators and first members of the " Young Men's Association," and of th military organization known as the "Brady Guards" of that city. IN 1841 Mr. Penny removed to Jackson, which has since been his home He was for many years engaged in the mercantile business, and was one of the principal business men of this place. He early interested himself in the formation of the Young Men's Association," has been its president, and has always taken a lively interest in its affairs. He has also been an active odd fellow, and has presided in the lodge and encamp ment. Mr. Penny has, during his entire residence in Jackson, been prominent member of the Protestant Episcopal Church, and for over thirty years a member of the vestry of the parish of St. Paul. He is no one of the wardens, and is one of the most vigorous and active men -his age in the city.
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