Samuel Gordon (New York politician)

Samuel Gordon (April 28, 1802 – October 28, 1873) was an American lawyer and politician who served as a United States representative from New York, serving two non-consecutive terms from 1841 to 1843, and from 1845 to 1847.

He later studied law, was admitted to the bar and commenced practice in Delhi.

Gordon was appointed postmaster of Delhi on September 14, 1831, and held that position until August 16, 1841.

After leaving Congress, Gordon resumed the practice of law.

During the American Civil War he was appointed provost marshal for the nineteenth district of New York.