Jonathan H. Rowell facts for kids

Jonathan Harvey Rowell was an important politician from Illinois. He was born on February 10, 1833, and passed away on May 15, 1908. He served as a U.S. Representative, which means he was a member of the United States Congress, representing the people of Illinois.

Early Life and Education

Jonathan H. Rowell was born in a town called Haverhill, New Hampshire. He went to Rock Creek School when he was younger. Later, he graduated from Eureka College in Illinois.

Serving in the Civil War

During the American Civil War, Jonathan Rowell joined the army. He was an officer in the Seventeenth Regiment, Illinois Volunteer Infantry. This means he helped lead a group of soldiers from Illinois.

Career and Family

After the war, Jonathan Rowell decided to study law. In 1866, he became a lawyer, which is called being "admitted to the bar." He started his law practice in Bloomington, Illinois.

From 1868 to 1872, he worked as the state's attorney for the eighth judicial circuit of Illinois. This job meant he was a lawyer who represented the state in court cases.

His Son, Chester Harvey Rowell

In 1867, Jonathan's son, Chester Harvey Rowell, was born. Chester later became involved in politics too, but in California.

Time in Congress

Jonathan Rowell was a member of the Republican Party. He was elected to the United States Congress four times. He served from March 4, 1883, to March 3, 1891.

During his time in Congress, he was the chairman of the Committee on Elections. This committee was in charge of looking into how elections were run. In 1890, he tried to get re-elected but was not successful. After that, he went back to working as a lawyer.

Later Life and Passing

Jonathan Harvey Rowell passed away in Bloomington, Illinois, on May 16, 1908. He was buried in Evergreen Cemetery (Bloomington, Illinois).