Edward Curtis (politician)
Edward Curtis (October 25, 1801 in Windsor, Vermont – August 2, 1856) was a representative from New York for two terms, March 4, 1837, through March 3, 1841. He served as collector of the Port of New York beginning on March 23, 1841 until July 7, 1844.
Edward Curtis | |
|---|---|
| Collector of the Port of New York | |
| In office 1841–1844 | |
| Preceded by | John J. Morgan |
| Succeeded by | Cornelius P. Van Ness |
| Chairman of the United States House Committee on Commerce | |
| In office 1839–1841 | |
| Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from New York's 3rd district | |
| In office March 4, 1837 – March 3, 1841 | |
| Preceded by | Gideon Lee |
| Succeeded by | Fernando Wood |
| Personal details | |
| Born | October 25, 1801 Windsor, Vermont |
| Died | August 2, 1856 (aged 54) New York City, New York |
| Political party | Whig |
| Alma mater | Union College |
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