Chester W. Chapin

Chester William Chapin (December 16, 1798 – June 10, 1883) was an American businessman, president of the Boston and Albany Railroad from 1868 to 1878, and U.S. Congressman from Massachusetts. He was a multimillionaire at his death in 1883, and controlled one of New England’s most important rail lines.

Chester William Chapin
Member of the U.S. House of Representatives
from Massachusetts's 11th district
In office
March 4, 1875  March 3, 1877
Preceded byHenry L. Dawes
Succeeded byGeorge D. Robinson
Personal details
Born(1798-12-16)December 16, 1798
Ludlow, Massachusetts
DiedJune 10, 1883(1883-06-10) (aged 84)
Springfield, Massachusetts
Political partyDemocratic
OccupationBusinessman
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