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Joseph Chappell Hutcheson
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| Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Texas's 1st district |
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| In office March 4, 1893 – March 3, 1897 |
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| Born | May 18, 1842 Boydton, Virginia |
| Died | May 25, 1924 (aged 82) Signal Mountain, Tennessee |
| Resting place | Glenwood Cemetery Houston, Texas |
| Political party | Democratic |
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| Allegiance |  Confederate States of America |
| Branch/service |  Confederate States Army |
| Unit |  14th Virginia Infantry |
| Battles/wars | American Civil War |
Joseph Chappell Hutcheson, Sr. (born May 18, 1842 – died May 25, 1924) was an important politician from Texas. He was a member of the Democratic Party. He served in both the state government of Texas and the national government in Washington, D.C.
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Early Life and Education
Joseph Hutcheson was born on May 18, 1842. His birthplace was near Boydton, Virginia. He went to local schools as a child. In 1861, he graduated from Randolph-Macon College.
Serving in the Civil War
When the American Civil War began, Hutcheson joined the Confederate States Army. He started as a private in the 21st Virginia Infantry Regiment. He fought throughout the entire war. He eventually became a captain, leading Company E of the 14th Virginia Infantry.
Becoming a Lawyer
After the war ended, Hutcheson decided to study law. He attended the University of Virginia School of Law. He finished his law studies and graduated in 1866.
He then moved to Anderson, Texas. There, he passed the exam to become a lawyer. He started his own law practice. In 1874, Hutcheson moved to Houston, Texas, where he continued to work as a lawyer.
Political Career
Joseph Hutcheson was a member of the Democratic Party. He began his political career in Texas.
Serving in Texas
In 1880, he was elected to the Texas House of Representatives. This is part of the state government in Texas. He helped make laws for the state.
Serving in Washington, D.C.
In 1892, Hutcheson was elected to the United States House of Representatives. This is part of the national government in Washington, D.C. He represented Texas' 1st congressional district. He was reelected for a second term in 1894.
Hutcheson served in the U.S. Congress from March 4, 1893, to March 3, 1897. He decided not to run for reelection in 1896. After his time in Congress, he went back to practicing law in Houston.
Later Life and Family
Joseph Hutcheson passed away on May 25, 1924. He died at his summer home on Signal Mountain, near Chattanooga, Tennessee. He was buried in Glenwood Cemetery in Houston, Texas.
His Descendants
His son, Joseph Chappell Hutcheson, Jr., also became a well-known public figure. He served as a Mayor of Houston. Later, he became a federal judge.
One of his grandsons, Thad Hutcheson, was also a lawyer in Houston. Thad Hutcheson was involved in politics too. He ran for United States Senator in 1957 as a Republican. He was also the chairman of the Texas GOP.
