Courtland C. Matson facts for kids
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Courtland Cushing Matson
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From 1889's The National Democratic Party: Its History, Principles, Achievements, and Aims
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| Member of the U.S. House of Representatives | |
| In office March 4, 1881 – March 3, 1889 |
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| Born | April 25, 1841 Brookville, Indiana, U.S. |
| Died | September 4, 1915 (aged 74) Chicago, Illinois, U.S. |
| Resting place | Forest Hill Cemetery Greencastle, Indiana, U.S. |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Alma mater | Indiana Asbury University |
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| Allegiance |  United States |
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Union Army |
| Rank | Colonel |
| Unit | Sixteenth Regiment, Indiana Volunteers |
| Battles/wars | American Civil War |
Courtland Cushing Matson (born April 25, 1841 – died September 4, 1915) was an American lawyer and a brave veteran of the American Civil War. He served as a U.S. Representative for the state of Indiana. He was elected four times, serving in Congress from 1881 to 1889.
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Early Life and Education
Courtland Cushing Matson was born in Brookville, Indiana, on April 25, 1841. He went to college at Indiana Asbury University. Today, this school is known as DePauw University. He graduated from there in 1862. After college, he decided to study law. He then became a lawyer.
Serving His Country: The Civil War
During the American Civil War, Matson joined the army. He started as a private soldier. He was part of the Sixteenth Regiment, Indiana Volunteers. After serving for one year, he joined another group. This was the Sixth Regiment, Indiana Volunteer Cavalry. He served until October 1865. Later, he was promoted to the rank of colonel. This is a high-ranking officer position.
Becoming a Lawyer and Politician
After the war ended, Matson began his law career. He started his own law practice in Greencastle, Indiana. He was elected three times as the prosecuting attorney for Putnam County, Indiana. This job involves bringing legal cases against people accused of crimes. In 1878, he became the chairman of the Democratic State central committee. This meant he led the main group for the Democratic Party in Indiana.
Serving in Congress
Matson was elected to the United States House of Representatives. He was a member of the Democratic Party. He served in Congress for four terms. His time in office was from March 4, 1881, to March 3, 1889.
While in Congress, he led an important group. This was the Committee on Invalid Pensions. This committee helped soldiers who were injured in the war. He led this committee for three Congresses. After his time in Congress, he did not run for re-election. In 1888, he tried to become the Governor of Indiana. However, he did not win that election.
Later Career
After leaving Congress, Matson went back to being a lawyer. He continued his law practice in Greencastle, Indiana. From 1909 to 1913, he served on the board of tax commissioners. This group helped manage taxes for the state.
Personal Life
Courtland Matson passed away on September 4, 1915. He died in Chicago, Illinois. He was buried in Forest Hill Cemetery. This cemetery is located in Greencastle, Indiana.
