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William Mason
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| Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from New York's 21st district |
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| In office March 4, 1835 – March 3, 1837 |
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| Preceded by | Henry Mitchell |
| Succeeded by | John C. Clark |
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| Born | September 10, 1786 Lebanon, Connecticut |
| Died | January 13, 1860 (aged 73) Norwich, New York |
| Political party | Jacksonian |
William Mason (born September 10, 1786 – died January 13, 1860) was an American doctor and politician. He served as a representative for New York in the United States Congress for one term, from 1835 to 1837.
William Mason's Early Life
William Mason was born in Lebanon, Connecticut on September 10, 1786. He studied medicine in Vermont and became a doctor in Preston, New York. During 1812, he worked as a surgeon for the Chenango County Company of New York Volunteers. Later, he served as the clerk for Chenango County from 1820 to 1821. He was also a member of the New York State Assembly in 1821 and 1822.
Serving in Congress
Mason was chosen by voters to represent his area in the 24th United States Congress. He was a member of the Jacksonian Party. His term in Congress lasted from March 4, 1835, to March 3, 1837.
Later Years and Legacy
William Mason passed away in Norwich, New York on January 13, 1860. He was 73 years old. He was buried in Mount Hope Cemetery.
