Charles Goodyear (politician) facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Charles Goodyear
Mathew Brady photo, circa 1860-1865
Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from New York
In office March 4, 1865 – March 3, 1867
Preceded by	John V. L. Pruyn
Succeeded by	John V. L. Pruyn
Constituency	14th district
In office March 4, 1845 – March 3, 1847
Preceded by	Jeremiah E. Cary
Succeeded by	George A. Starkweather
Constituency	21st district
Member of the New York State Assembly from Schoharie County
In office January 1, 1840 – December 31, 1840 Serving with Seymour Boughton
Preceded by	Harvey Bliss, George F. Fox
Succeeded by	Nicholas Beekman, Jacob C. Skillman
Personal details
Born	April 26, 1804 Cobleskill, New York
Died	April 9, 1876 (aged 71) Charlottesville, Virginia
Resting place	Maplewood Cemetery, Charlottesville, Virginia
Political party	Democratic
Spouse	Charlotte Seitz Gebhard (m. 1815-1876, his death)
Children	3
Profession	Attorney

Charles Goodyear (born April 26, 1804 – died April 9, 1876) was an important person from New York. He worked as a banker, a lawyer, and a politician. He is best known for serving in the United States House of Representatives. He was a representative for two terms: from 1845 to 1847 and again from 1865 to 1867.

Early Life and Education

Charles Goodyear was born in Cobleskill, New York. His birthday was April 26, 1804. His parents were Jared and Bede Goodyear.

He went to Hartwick Academy in Otsego County. Later, he graduated from Union College in 1824. After college, he studied to become a lawyer. He worked with a lawyer named Henry Hamilton.

In 1826, Charles Goodyear was allowed to practice law. He then started his own law practice with Mr. Hamilton. This was in Schoharie, New York.

Starting His Career in Politics

Charles Goodyear was a member of the Democratic Party. From 1834 to 1837, he was the town supervisor for Schoharie. This meant he was a local leader for the town.

In 1840, he also served in the New York State Assembly. This is part of the state government that helps make laws for New York.

In February 1843, Charles Goodyear became a judge. He was the first judge of Schoharie County. He served as a judge until November 1847.

Serving in Congress

Charles Goodyear was elected to the United States House of Representatives. This is a big part of the U.S. government that makes laws for the whole country.

He served his first term from March 4, 1845, to March 3, 1847. During this time, he was on a committee that helped people with special requests.

After this term, he did not run for election again. He went back to working as a lawyer in Schoharie. In 1852, he started the Schoharie County Bank. He was the president of this bank.

In 1864, Charles Goodyear was elected to the U.S. House again. He served from March 4, 1865, to March 3, 1867. He was on committees that helped with land claims and pensions for soldiers.

He decided not to run for election in 1866. He then returned to his law practice in Schoharie.

Later Life and Work

Charles Goodyear was a delegate to two important meetings. He went to the National Union Convention in 1866. He also attended the Democratic National Convention in 1868.

In 1868, a banking business he was part of had financial problems. It was called Goodyear Brothers & Durand. To help pay the business's debts, he sold his property in New York.

In 1869, Charles Goodyear moved to Charlottesville, Virginia. He continued to work as a lawyer there. In 1869, he became a justice of the peace for Albemarle County. This meant he was a local official who helped with small legal matters.

Death and Burial

Charles Goodyear passed away in Charlottesville, Virginia. He died on April 9, 1876, at the age of 71. He was buried in Maplewood Cemetery in Charlottesville.

Family Life

In 1835, Charles Goodyear married Charlotte Seitz Gebhard. She was from Schoharie. They had three children together. Their children were Charles A., George G., and Mary.