Isaac N. Comstock facts for kids
Isaac Newton Comstock (born January 25, 1808, in Saratoga County, New York – died March 24, 1883) was an American politician from New York. He played a role in managing state prisons and later served in the Union Army during the American Civil War.
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About Isaac Newton Comstock
Isaac Newton Comstock lived in Albany, New York. He was married to Elizabeth Hussey, who passed away in 1842.
Early Political Role
In 1847, Isaac Comstock was chosen as one of the first three Inspectors of State Prisons for New York. He was elected as part of the Whig Party. The Whig Party was a major political group in the United States during the 1830s and 1840s. Its members often supported government spending on things like roads and canals.
His job as a Prison Inspector meant he helped oversee the state's prisons. He served in this role from 1848 to 1849. After this, he became the financial officer, called an Agent, and also the Warden of the Clinton State Prison. A warden is the person in charge of a prison.
Service in the Civil War
In March 1864, Isaac Comstock joined the Union Army during the American Civil War. He worked in the Commissary department. This department was responsible for supplying food and other important items to the soldiers. He started with the rank of captain.
After the war ended, on July 10, 1865, he was given the honorary rank of major of volunteers. He officially left the army the very next day.
Family Connections
Isaac Newton Comstock's niece was Nanette Comstock (1866–1942). She became a well-known stage actress.
