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Orlando Burrell
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| Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Illinois's 20th district |
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| In office March 4, 1895 – March 3, 1897 |
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| Preceded by | George W. Smith |
| Succeeded by | James R. Campbell |
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| Born | July 26, 1826 Newton, Pennsylvania |
| Died | June 7, 1921 (aged 94) Carmi, Illinois |
| Political party | Republican |
Orlando Burrell was an American politician. He served as a U.S. Representative for Illinois. He was in Congress for one term, from 1895 to 1897. He was born on July 26, 1826, and passed away on June 7, 1921.
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Early Life and Public Service
Orlando Burrell was born in Newton, Pennsylvania. In 1834, he moved with his family to White County, Illinois. He went to local schools there.
As a young man, he worked in farming. This was a common job at the time.
Service in the Civil War
During the American Civil War, Orlando Burrell helped form a group of soldiers. This was a Cavalry company, meaning they fought on horseback. He became the captain of this company in June 1861. His company joined the First Regiment, Illinois Volunteer Cavalry.
Local Government Roles
After the war, Burrell served in local government. He was a judge in White County, Illinois. He held this position from 1873 to 1881.
Later, he became the sheriff of White County. He served as sheriff from 1892 to 1894.
In 1892, he was chosen as a delegate. This meant he represented his state at the Republican National Convention. This big meeting was held in Minneapolis.
Time in Congress
In 1894, Orlando Burrell was elected to the United States House of Representatives. He was a member of the Republican Party. He served in the Fifty-fourth Congress. His term began on March 4, 1895, and ended on March 3, 1897.
After Congress
Burrell tried to be re-elected in 1896. However, he was not successful. After his time in Congress, he left public life. He went back to farming.
Later Years and Death
Orlando Burrell lived a long life. He passed away in Carmi, Illinois, on June 7, 1921. He was buried in Maple Ridge Cemetery.
