Alexander Evans (American politician)

Alexander Evans (September 13, 1818 – December 5, 1888) was a U.S. Representative from Maryland.

Alexander Evans
Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Maryland's 5th district
In office March 4, 1847 – March 3, 1853
Preceded by	Albert Constable
Succeeded by	Henry May
Personal details
Born	September 13, 1818 Elkton, Maryland
Died	December 5, 1888 (aged 70) Elkton, Maryland
Political party	Whig

Born in Elkton, Maryland, Evans attended the public schools and the local academy at Elkton. He was a civil engineer's assistant, and later studied law. He was admitted to the bar in 1845 and commenced practice in his native city.

Evans was elected as a Whig to the Thirtieth, Thirty-first, and Thirty-second Congresses (March 4, 1847 – March 3, 1853). He engaged in the practice of his profession until his death in Elkton, Maryland, December 5, 1888. He is interred in Elkton Presbyterian Cemetery.

References

• United States Congress. "Alexander Evans (id: E000231)". Biographical Directory of the United States Congress.

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