Background
Case was born in Austinburg, Ohio. Studied law; was admitted to the bar and commenced practice in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Elected as a Republican to the Thirty-fifth United States Congress to fill the vacancy caused by the death of Samuel Brenton.
Reelected to the Thirty-sixth United States Congress and served from December 7, 1857, to March 3, 1861.
Unsuccessful candidate for reelection in 1860 to the Thirty-seventh United States Congress. During the Civil War served as first lieutenant and adjutant of the Forty-fourth Regiment, Indiana Volunteer Infantry.
Subsequently became a major in the Third Regiment, Indiana Volunteer Cavalry, and served from November 26, 1861, - August 15, 1862. Resumed the practice of his profession in Washington, District of Columbia Died in Brighton, Washington County, Iowa.
Interment in the Congressional Cemetery, Washington, District of Columbia