Peter Woodward (died May 9, 1685) represented Dedham, Massachusetts in the Great and General Court in 1665, 1669, and 1670. [1] He also served on the board of selectmen for 16 years, with his first term beginning in 1643 [2] and his last ending in 1670. [3] [4]
His daughter, Ann, married Robert Hinsdale, probably in England. [5] He had at least two sons, William and Peter. [6] William, a Harvard College graduate, was hired to assist John Allin in preaching at the First Church and Parish in Dedham in 1668, but died the following June. [6] His brother collected his salary from the church 16 years later. [6]
He died May 9, 1685. [1]
The Town gathered on January 4, 1669, to elect selectmen for the year. [7] At the end of the meeting, Woodward was declared one of the winners. [7] Many supporters of Anthony Fisher alleged fraud, however, and Woodward refused to serve until the question was resolved. [7] The Town met again on January 8, and this time voted by secret ballot. [7] Fisher was elected. [7]