Ebenezer V. Dickey

Ebenezer V. Dickey (December 15, 1821 – July 31, 1857) was an American politician and medical doctor from Pennsylvania. He served as a member of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives, representing Chester County in 1857.

Early life Ebenezer V. Dickey was born on December 15, 1821, to Ebenezer Dickey. He studied at Hopewell Academy and New London Academy. He started studying at Lafayette College in 1840, but later transferred to the University of Pennsylvania. He studied medicine there and graduated in 1844.

Career After graduating, Dickey practiced in Chester County. He was an instructor in chemistry and physiology at the Oxford Female Seminary.

Dickey helped obtain a charter for and served as the first president of the Octoraro Bank at Oxford.

Personal life Dickey married Frances G. Ralston, daughter of Samuel Ralston. They had at least four children, including S. Ralston. His brother was reverend John Miller Dickey.

Dickey was struck with a severe cold in the winter that impacted his heart. In 1857, he traveled to Europe in hopes to combat his ailment. He died on July 31, 1857.