In 1844 , Washburn moved to Woodstock and formed a partnership with Charles P. Marsh , which they maintained until Washburn 's death in 1870 . Also in 1844 , Washburn was elected reporter of decisions of the Vermont Supreme Court , a position he held for eight years . He represented Woodstock in the Vermont House of Representatives from 1853 to 1855 . Washburn was also involved in civic causes , including becoming active in the temperance movement . He became active in the Republican Party in 1855 ; he was a delegate to the 1860 Republican National Convention , and served as chairman of the Vermont delegation
1860 Republican National Convention
1860 Republican National Convention
Peter T. Washburn