Matthew Clarkson (mayor)
Matthew Clarkson | |
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| 48th Mayor of Philadelphia | |
| In office April 13, 1792 – October 18, 1796 | |
| Preceded by | John Barclay |
| Succeeded by | Hilary Baker |
| Personal details | |
| Born | April 1733 New York City, Province of New York, British America |
| Died | October 5, 1800 (aged 67) Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
| Resting place | Christ Church Burial Ground |
Matthew Clarkson (April 1733 – October 5, 1800) was an American politician who served as the mayor of Philadelphia from 1792 to 1796. He was elected to the Confederation Congress in 1785, but did not attend.