19th Century Oil on Canvas Portrait of John Henry Hoffecker. Unsigned. (Father of Walter Oakley Hoffecker), a Representative from Delaware; born at Mansion House, near Smyrna, Del., September 12, 1827; attended public and private schools; was graduated in civil engineering, and engaged in his profession in Smyrna in 1853; delegate to the Republican National Convention in 1876 and 1884; member of the State house of representatives in 1888, and on January 1, 1889, was chosen speaker of the house; president of the town council in 1878 and served continuously by reelection until 1898; unsuccessful candidate for Governor in 1896; elected as a Republican to the Fifty-sixth Congress and served from March 4, 1899, until his death in Smyrna, Del., June 16, 1900; interment in Glenwood Cemetery. In a later period molded gilt frame, 40" x 32" overall. Condition: Very good.