Matthew J. Merritt
Matthew Merritt | |
|---|---|
| Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from New York's at-large district | |
| In office January 3, 1935 – January 3, 1945 | |
| Preceded by | John Fitzgibbons |
| Succeeded by | At-large seat discontinued |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Matthew Joseph Merritt April 2, 1895 New York City, U.S. |
| Died | September 29, 1946 (aged 51) |
| Resting place | Mount St. Mary's Cemetery in Whitestone, New York |
| Political party | Democratic |
Matthew Joseph Merritt (April 2, 1895 New York City – September 29, 1946 Malba, Queens, NYC) was an American businessman, World War I veteran, and politician from New York. From 1935 to 1945, he served five terms in the U.S. House of Representatives.