Matthew Griswold (congressman)
Matthew Griswold | |
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| Born | June 6, 1833 |
| Died | May 19, 1919 (aged 85) |
| Nationality | American |
| Occupation(s) | Manufacturer, Politician |
| Known for | Griswold Manufacturing |
Matthew Griswold (June 6, 1833 – May 19, 1919) was an American Congressman from Erie, Pennsylvania.
Matthew Griswold was the grandson of congressman Roger Griswold and the great-grandson of governor Matthew Griswold . He was born in Lyme, Connecticut. He was engaged in teaching and in agricultural pursuits for a number of years, and was elected to various local offices. He was a member of the Connecticut House of Representatives in 1862 and 1865. In 1866 he moved to Erie, PA and co-founded what became Griswold Manufacturing, a maker of cast-iron products. He was elected a trustee of the Erie Academy for four successive terms.
Griswold was elected as a Republican to the 52nd Congress, but was not a candidate for renomination in 1892. He was again elected to the 54th Congress, but was not a candidate for renomination in 1896.
Sources
- United States Congress. "Matthew Griswold (id: G000487)". Biographical Directory of the United States Congress.
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