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Samuel I. Hopkins
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| Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Virginia's 6th district |
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| In office March 4, 1887 – March 3, 1889 |
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| Preceded by | John W. Daniel |
| Succeeded by | Paul C. Edmunds |
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| Born | December 12, 1843 Owensville, Maryland |
| Died | January 15, 1914 (aged 70) Lynchburg, Virginia |
| Resting place | Spring Hill Cemetery Lynchburg, Virginia |
| Political party | Labor |
| Profession | Politician, Merchant |
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| Allegiance |  Confederate States |
| Branch/service |  Confederate States Army |
| Rank | Private |
| Unit |  2nd Maryland Infantry |
| Battles/wars | American Civil War |
Samuel Isaac Hopkins (born December 12, 1843 – died January 15, 1914) was a U.S. Representative from Virginia. He was a politician and merchant.
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Who Was Samuel Hopkins?
Samuel Hopkins was born near Owensville, Maryland. His family later moved to Anne Arundel County, Maryland, near Annapolis, Maryland. He went to local schools and finished his studies at Owensville Academy.
Samuel Hopkins and the Civil War
During the American Civil War, Samuel Hopkins joined the army. He was part of the Second Regiment, Maryland Confederate Infantry. He served until he was badly hurt at the Battle of Gettysburg. This was a very important battle during the war.
Life After the War
After the war ended, Samuel Hopkins moved to Lynchburg, Virginia. There, he started a business as a merchant. A merchant is someone who buys and sells goods.
Samuel Hopkins' Political Career
Samuel Hopkins became involved in politics. He was elected to the Fiftieth Congress. This means he served in the U.S. House of Representatives. He represented Virginia from March 4, 1887, to March 3, 1889.
Representing the Labor Party
Hopkins was elected as a member of the Labor Party. This party focused on the rights and needs of working people. He chose not to run for re-election in 1888.
Later Life and Legacy
After his time in Congress, Samuel Hopkins went back to his business in Lynchburg, Virginia. He passed away in Lynchburg on January 15, 1914. He was buried in Spring Hill Cemetery.
How Samuel Hopkins Won His Election
In 1886, Samuel Hopkins ran for the U.S. House of Representatives. He won the election with 51.55% of the votes. He defeated another candidate named Samuel Griffin.
