James David Walker | |
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United States Senator from Arkansas | |
In office March 4, 1879 – March 3, 1885 | |
Preceded by | Stephen W. Dorsey |
Succeeded by | James K. Jones |
Personal details | |
Born | Russellville, Kentucky | December 13, 1830
Died | October 17, 1906 Fayetteville, Arkansas | (aged 75)
Political party | Democratic |
Relatives | David Walker (cousin) |
James David Walker (December 13, 1830 – October 17, 1906) was an attorney and Democratic Party politician from Arkansas who represented the state in the U.S. Senate from 1879 to 1885. Two of his uncles likewise served in Congress, as Finis McLean served Kentucky in the House of Representatives and John McLean represented Illinois in both the House and Senate.