Erastus Sabinus Prosser (September 2, 1809 – May 11, 1888) was an American politician from New York.
Early life
Prosser was born on September 2, 1809, in the area which was separated as the Town of Westerlo, Albany County, New York in 1815. His father was a physician with a country practice.
At an early age he removed to Albany, New York, and served as a clerk in the forwarding house of Dows & Cary there.
Career
In 1845, Prosser moved to Buffalo, New York, and continued his business there until about 1858 when he retired. He remained involved in canal matters, including the Erie Canal, throughout his life.
