Joel Aldrich Matteson

American politician

Died when: 64 years 176 days (773 months)
Star Sign: Leo

 

Joel Aldrich Matteson (August 8, 1808 – January 31, 1873) was the tenth Governor of Illinois, serving from 1853 to 1857.In 1855, he became the first governor to reside in the Illinois Executive Mansion.

After his term as governor ended he was for many years the president of the Chicago and Alton Railroad.The last years of his life were marred by charges of corruption in the case.

The village of Matteson, Illinois is named in his honor.Matteson was buried in Joliet, Illinois.

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