Edward McPherson | |
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| Clerk of the United States House of Representatives | |
| In office 1889–1891 1881–1883 1863–1875 | |
| Director of the Bureau of Engraving and Printing | |
| In office 1877–1878 | |
| Preceded by | Henry C. Jewell |
| Succeeded by | O. H. Irish |
| Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Pennsylvania's 17th district | |
| In office March 4, 1859 – March 3, 1863 | |
| Preceded by | Wilson Reilly |
| Succeeded by | Archibald McAllister |
| Personal details | |
| Born | July 31, 1830 Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, U.S. |
| Died | December 14, 1895 (aged 65) Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, U.S. |
| Political party | Whig |
| Other political affiliations | Republican |
| Education | Pennsylvania College |
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Edward McPherson (July 31, 1830 – December 14, 1895) was an American newspaper editor and politician who served two terms in the United States House of Representatives, as well as multiple terms as the Clerk of the House of Representatives. As a director of the Gettysburg Battlefield Memorial Association, he effected efforts to protect and mark portions of the Gettysburg Battlefield.