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John Ward Davis

John Ward Davis

American politician (died 1907)

John Ward Davis (died May 27, 1907) was an American politician and farmer from Maryland. He served as a member of the Maryland House of Delegates, representing Cecil County from 1868 to 1870.

Quick Facts Member of the Maryland House of Delegates from the Cecil County district, Personal details ...

Career

John Ward Davis was a farmer and owned more than 1,000 acres in Cecil County.[1]

Davis was a Democrat. He was a member of the Maryland House of Delegates, representing Cecil County, from 1868 to 1870.[1][2]

Personal life

Davis married Mary Jones, daughter of Benedict Jones. They had three sons, John Ward Jr., Edgar J. and William B. His wife died in February 1907.[1][3]

Davis died on May 27, 1907, at the age of 83, at his home near Cecilton.[1]

References

  1. [1]
    "John Ward Davis". The Midland Journal. May 31, 1907. p. 1. Retrieved July 1, 2023 – via Newspapers.com.Open access icon
  2. [2]
    "Historical List, House of Delegates, Cecil County (1790-1974)". Maryland Manual On-Line. Maryland State Archives. February 1, 2000. Retrieved July 1, 2023.
  3. [3]
    "Mrs. John Ward Davis". The Baltimore Sun. February 15, 1907. p. 10. Retrieved July 1, 2023 – via Newspapers.com.Open access icon
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