Thomas Lewis Jr.

Thomas Lewis Jr. (January 26, 1760 – 1847)[1] was an American politician from Rockingham County, Virginia. He represented Virginia in the U.S. House in 1803 and 1804. Thomas Jr. was the son of Thomas and Jane (Strother) Lewis and was born on his father's plantation of Lynwood in what was then Augusta County in the Colony of Virginia.

Thomas Lewis Jr.
Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Virginia's 5th district
In office March 4, 1803 – March 5, 1804
Preceded by	John J. Trigg
Succeeded by	Andrew Moore
Personal details
Born	January 26, 1760 Augusta County, Virginia Colony, British America
Died	1847 (aged 86–87)
Political party	Federalist

Although he served nearly a year in Congress, his election had been contested by Andrew Moore. After some consideration in a committee, the House voted on March 5, 1804 to declare his election invalid and awarded his seat to Moore.

Electoral history

1803 - Lewis was elected to the U.S. House of Representatives with 47.03% of the vote, defeating fellow Federalist John Woodward and Democrat-Republican Andrew Moore; Moore successfully contested the result though, and was seated.

References

1. The family of John Lewis, pioneer

• United States Congress. "Thomas Lewis Jr. (id: L000294)". Biographical Directory of the United States Congress.