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Edward Robb

1857 – 1934

American politician

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Lived 1857 – 1934 (aged 76). Edward Robb was an American politician and lawyer.

Edward Robb (March 19, 1857 – March 13, 1934) was a U.S. representative from Missouri.

Born in Brazeau, Missouri, Robb attended the common schools, Brazeau (Missouri) Academy, Fruitland (Missouri) Normal Institute, and the University of Missouri in Columbia. He was graduated from the law department of the University of Missouri in March 1879. He was admitted to the bar in 1879 and commenced practice in Perryville.

Robb was elected prosecuting attorney of Perry County in 1880 and reelected in 1882. He served as member of the State house of representatives in 1884–1886. He served as assistant attorney general of the State in 1889–1893.

Robb was elected as a Democrat to the Fifty-fifth and to the three succeeding Congresses (March 4, 1897 – March 3, 1905). He was an unsuccessful candidate for reelection in 1904 to the Fifty-ninth Congress. He served as delegate to the Democratic National Convention in 1908. He resumed the practice of law until his death in Perryville, Missouri, March 13, 1934. He was interred in Home Cemetery.

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Important facts

Birth century
Occupation
Nationality
Education
University of Missouri
Positions held
United States representative, Member of the Missouri House of Representatives

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People whose lives overlapped Edward Robb's

Frequently asked questions

Who was Edward Robb?

American politician (1857-1934)

When was Edward Robb born?

Edward Robb was born on 19 March 1857 in Brazeau.

When did Edward Robb die?

Edward Robb died on 13 March 1934 in Perryville.

What was Edward Robb's occupation?

Edward Robb was a politician and lawyer.

What nationality was Edward Robb?

Edward Robb was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Edward Robb

· Wikidata: Q1293341

· DBpedia: Edward Robb

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