Edward Dunlap Smith
American clergyman (1807–1883); Chaplain of the United States House of Representatives from 1834 to 1835
About Edward Dunlap Smith
Lived 1807 – 1883 (aged 75–76). Edward Dunlap Smith was an American cleric.
Edward Dunlap Smith (1807 – March 28, 1883) was a Presbyterian clergyman and served as Chaplain of the United States House of Representatives (1834–1835).
Early life
Edward Dunlap Smith was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, the son of a prominent ironmaster. He was a graduate of Princeton University, the University of Virginia and Princeton Theological Seminary.
Ministry
Smith served a Presbyterian church in Washington, D.C., before moving to New York City's Old Chelsea Presbyterian Church (West 22nd Street) in 1838 and preached there for 30 years before retiring.
Personal life
Smith met his wife Jane Blair Cary, daughter Virginia Randolph and Wilson Jefferson Cary, while a student at the University of Virginia. The Smiths were the parents of four sons, including, Archibald Cary Smith the celebrated marine architect, and two daughters.
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Who was Edward Dunlap Smith?
American clergyman (1807–1883); Chaplain of the United States House of Representatives from 1834 to 1835
When was Edward Dunlap Smith born?
Edward Dunlap Smith was born in 1807 in Philadelphia.
When did Edward Dunlap Smith die?
Edward Dunlap Smith died on 28 March 1883 in New York City.
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Edward Dunlap Smith was a cleric.
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Edward Dunlap Smith was American.
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