William Irving (New York)
William Irving (August 15, 1766 – November 9, 1821) was a United States Representative from New York. Born in New York City, he was a brother of diplomat and author Washington Irving. William completed preparatory studies, engaged in mercantile pursuits, and also in fur trade with the Indians along the Mohawk River, residing at Johnstown and Caughnawaga. He returned to New York City in 1793 and was elected as a Democratic-Republican to the Thirteenth Congress to fill the vacancy caused by the resignation of Egbert Benson. He was reelected to the Fourteenth and Fifteenth Congresses and served from January 22, 1814 to March 3, 1819.
William Irving contributed several essays and poems to Salmagundi, published by Washington Irving. In 1821, William Irving died in New York City.
Family
William Irving has 3 brothers. His brothers are Pete Irving, John Treat Irving, and Washington Irving. He is the brother in law of James Kirke Paulding. His brother Pete lived from 1771-1838. John lived from 1778-1838. Washington lived from 1783-1859. His brother in law James was a US secretary of the Navy. Peter was a member of the New York state assembly.
References
- United States Congress. "William Irving (id: I000038)". Biographical Directory of the United States Congress.
| United States House of Representatives | ||
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| Preceded by Egbert Benson Jotham Post, Jr. |
Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from New York's 2nd congressional district 1814–1819 with Jotham Post, Jr. 1814-15, and Peter H. Wendover 1815–19 |
Succeeded by Henry Meigs, Peter H. Wendover |