Matthew Scrivener
Lieutenant Matthew Scrivener | |
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Seal of Virginia Governor's Council | |
| Born | c. 1580 Suffolk, England |
| Died | January 7, 1609/10 (O.S./N.S.) James River, Virginia |
| Cause of death | Accidental drowning |
| Other names | Mathew Scrivenor [sic], Master Scrivner [sic], Screvener, Captain Scrivener |
| Occupation | Secretary (title) |
| President of the Virginia Governor's Council | |
| In office 1608–1608 | |
Lt. Matthew Scrivener (bap. 1580/1 – d. 1609) was an English colonist in Virginia. He served briefly as acting governor of Jamestown, and was succeeded by Captain John Smith. He died by drowning in the James River.