Charles W. Cathcart
American politician / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
For the Scottish surgeon, see Charles Walker Cathcart.
"Senator Cathcart" redirects here. For the Maine state senate member, see Mary Cathcart.
Charles William Cathcart (July 24, 1809 – August 22, 1888) was a 19th Century American politician who served as both a United States representative and Senator from Indiana.
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Charles W. Cathcart | |
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United States Senator from Indiana | |
In office December 6, 1852 – January 18, 1853 | |
Appointed by | Joseph A. Wright |
Preceded by | James Whitcomb |
Succeeded by | John Pettit |
Member of the United States House of Representatives from Indiana's 9th district | |
In office March 4, 1845 – March 3, 1849 | |
Preceded by | Samuel C. Sample |
Succeeded by | Graham N. Fitch |
Member of the Indiana Senate | |
In office 1837-1840 | |
Personal details | |
Born | Charles William Cathcart July 24, 1809 Funchal, Kingdom of Portugal |
Died | August 22, 1888(1888-08-22) (aged 79) La Porte, Indiana |
Resting place | Pine Lake Cemetery |
Political party | Democratic |
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