Samuel Matthews Robertson facts for kids
Samuel Matthews Robertson (born January 1, 1852 – died December 24, 1911) was an important politician from Louisiana. He served as a member of the United States House of Representatives, which is part of the U.S. Congress. His father, Edward White Robertson, was also a politician.
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Early Life and Education
Samuel Robertson was born in Plaquemine, a town in Iberville Parish, Louisiana. He went to school at Magruder's Collegiate Institute in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Later, he studied law at Louisiana State University (LSU) and graduated in 1874. After finishing his studies, he became a lawyer and started working in Baton Rouge.
Political Career
Samuel Robertson began his political journey in 1879 when he was elected to the Louisiana State House of Representatives. This is a group of lawmakers who make rules for the state.
Serving in Congress
In 1887, Samuel Robertson was elected to the United States House of Representatives. He was a member of the Democratic Party. He took over the seat that became empty after his father, Edward White Robertson, passed away.
He was re-elected many times, serving in Congress from December 5, 1887, until March 3, 1907. This means he was a U.S. Representative for nearly 20 years!
Important Roles in Congress
During his time in Congress, Samuel Robertson had an important job. He was the chairman of a special group called the Committee on Levees and Improvements of the Mississippi River. This committee worked on projects to manage the Mississippi River, especially building and improving levees (walls that prevent floods).
Later Years and Legacy
In 1906, Samuel Robertson tried to be re-elected to Congress but was not successful. After that, he went back to working as a lawyer in Baton Rouge.
From 1908 to 1911, he served as the superintendent of the Louisiana School for the Deaf and Dumb. This school helped educate children who were deaf or unable to speak.
Samuel Matthews Robertson passed away in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, on December 24, 1911. He was buried in Magnolia Cemetery.
