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Lyne Metcalfe
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Lyne Shackelford Metcalfe, c. 1870
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| Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Missouri's 3rd district |
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| In office March 4, 1877 – March 3, 1879 |
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| Preceded by | William Henry Stone |
| Succeeded by | Richard Graham Frost |
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| Born | April 21, 1822 Madisonville, Kentucky |
| Died | January 31, 1906 (aged 83) Kirkwood, Missouri |
| Political party | Republican |
Lyne Shackelford Metcalfe (born April 21, 1822 – died January 31, 1906) was an important American politician. He served as a U.S. Representative for the state of Missouri. This means he was elected by the people of Missouri to represent them in the United States Congress, helping to make laws for the country.
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Early Life and Education
Lyne Metcalfe was born in Madisonville, Kentucky. As a young person, he went to basic schools, which were called "common schools" back then. He also attended two colleges: Shurtleff College in Alton, Illinois, and Illinois College in Jacksonville, Illinois. Getting a good education was important to him.
Starting His Career
In 1844, Lyne Metcalfe started working in business in Alton, Illinois. He was involved in "mercantile pursuits," which means he worked in trade and selling goods. This helped him learn about how businesses operate.
He also began to get involved in local government. He served on the board of aldermen for Alton. This group helps to manage the city and make decisions for its residents.
Becoming Mayor
Later, Lyne Metcalfe was elected as the mayor of Alton. The mayor is the leader of a city's government. This was a big step in his public service career.
Service During the Civil War
During the American Civil War (1861-1865), Lyne Metcalfe joined the Union Army. The Union Army fought to keep the United States together. He served as an assistant quartermaster. A quartermaster is someone who helps supply the army with food, clothing, and equipment. He started with the rank of captain and was later promoted to colonel. A colonel is a high-ranking officer in the military.
Moving to St. Louis
After his military service, in 1863, Metcalfe moved to St. Louis, Missouri. There, he started working in manufacturing, which means making goods in factories. He continued his involvement in local government by serving on the city council of St. Louis. The city council is another group that helps run a city.
Political Career in Congress
Lyne Metcalfe was a member of the Republican Party. He was elected to the Forty-fifth Congress. This means he served in the U.S. House of Representatives from March 4, 1877, to March 3, 1879. During this time, he worked to represent the people of Missouri and help create national laws.
He tried to be reelected in 1878 for the Forty-sixth Congress, but he was not successful.
Later Life and Legacy
Lyne Metcalfe passed away in Kirkwood, St. Louis County, Missouri, on January 31, 1906. He was 83 years old. He was buried in Alton Cemetery in Alton, Madison County, Illinois. Lyne Metcalfe's life showed how someone could contribute to their community and country through business, military service, and politics.
