Henry Smith Van Eaton | |
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| Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Mississippi's 6th district | |
| In office March 4, 1883 – March 3, 1887 | |
| Preceded by | John R. Lynch |
| Succeeded by | T.R. Stockdale |
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| Born | September 14, 1826 Anderson Township, Ohio, U.S. |
| Died | May 30, 1898 (aged 71) |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Alma mater | Illinois College |
Henry Smith Van Eaton (September 14, 1826 – May 30, 1898) was an attorney, politician and military officer, reaching the rank of captain in the Confederate Army. He was elected from Mississippi's 6th congressional district as U.S. Representative, serving 1883 to 1887.[1]