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Elbert S. Martin
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| Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Virginia's 13th district |
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| In office March 4, 1859 – March 3, 1861 |
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| Preceded by | George W. Hopkins |
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| Born | 1829 Jonesville, Virginia |
| Died | September 3, 1876 (aged 46–47) Dallas, Texas |
Elbert Sevier Martin (born around 1829, died September 3, 1876) was an important person in the 1800s. He was a Congressman and also ran a newspaper in Virginia. He was the brother of John Preston Martin.
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Who Was Elbert S. Martin?
Elbert S. Martin was born near Jonesville, Virginia, around the year 1829. As a child, he went to public schools in his area. Later, he attended Emory and Henry College from 1845 to 1848.
Early Career and Politics
After college, Elbert Martin worked in business in Jonesville. He was involved in "mercantile pursuits," which means he bought and sold goods.
In 1858, he decided to run for a political office. He was elected as an Independent Democrat to the United States House of Representatives. This is a part of the United States government where elected officials make laws for the country.
He served in Congress from 1859 to 1861. When he tried to be re-elected in 1860, he was not successful.
During the Civil War
The American Civil War began shortly after his time in Congress. Elbert Martin joined the Confederate States Army. He served as a captain of a group of volunteer soldiers. These soldiers were from his hometown of Jonesville.
Life After the War
After the Civil War ended, Elbert Martin moved to Dallas, Texas. This was in 1870. In Dallas, he became interested in the newspaper business. He started working in publishing, which means he helped create and print newspapers.
Elbert S. Martin passed away in Dallas, Texas, on September 3, 1876.
