John Edwards (October 24, 1805 - April 8, 1894) was a U.S. Representative from Arkansas. Born in Louisville, Kentucky, Edwards received a limited schooling. He studied law and was admitted to the bar. He moved to Indiana, where he served in the State house of representatives in 1845 and 1846. He moved to California, and in 1849 was elected an alcalde. He returned to Indiana in 1852. He served as member of the State senate in 1853. He moved to Chariton, Iowa, in 1855. Wikipedia
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