Biography

1770 - 04/27/1836

Doctor Matthew Henderson (Federalist7) Lancaster County 1822-1826

Early Life:

Doctor Matthew Henderson, born 1770, Salisbury Township, Lancaster County, Pennsylvania; son of Matthew and Rachel Henderson; received a classical education; studied medicine; physician, Lancaster County; elected, federalist, Pennsylvania State House of Representatives, 1820-1822; elected, federalist, Pennsylvania State Senate 1822-1826; resumed medical career; engaged, farming, died April 27, 1835; interment, Saint John's Episcopal Church Cemetery, Compass, Chester County, Pennsylvania.

Pennsylvania Politics:

Elected, Federalist, Lancaster County, Pennsylvania State House of Representatives, 1820-1822.

Elected, Federalist, Pennsylvania State Senate, 7^th district, Lancaster County, 1822-1826.

Cited:

https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/129557765/matthew-henderson