Later, in 1844, he was the town clerk of Warwick and also as member of the town council. He served as member of the State house of representatives in 1841 and 1851. He served in the State Senate in 1848 and 1853.
Later, in 1844, he held a local government position as town clerk for Warwick and was also involved in the town's decision-making process. He represented the state's interests in the legislative body from 1841 to 1851. He played a role in the state senate from 1848 to 1853.