As early as the first Federal elections in 1788, there were candidates, who while alligned with one party or another, was supported in the press by both parties in a particular election.

Road Commission: The public division in charge of maintaining the roads. Known alternately as Overseer of Roads, Overseer of Highways, Road Master, Street Commission or Highway Commission.

1787 - 1813: Delaware, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Virginia

Office Scope: County / Town / Hundred

Role Scope: County / Town / Hundred