Thomas W. Chinn

Thomas Withers Chinn was a member of the U. S. [House of Representatives] representing the state of Louisiana, serving one term as a Whig [Party (United States)|Whig] from 1839 to 1841.
He was also U.S. minister to the Two Sicilies.

Biography

Chinn was born in Cynthiana, Kentucky, in Harrison County and later moved to Louisiana. His birthplace was a log cabin built in a triangular shape, which was called a "three-face camp." He was a founding board member of the Metairie Race Course.

Death

He died on his plantation in West [Baton Rouge Parish]. He is now buried in Magnolia Cemetery in Baton Rouge.