Edward L. Stokes
Edward Lowber Stokes | |
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| Born | Template:Birth date Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S. |
| Died | November 8, 1964 (aged 84) Willistown Township, Pennsylvania, U.S. |
| Occupation(s) | Politician, investment banker |
| Years active | 1931–1935 (Congress), until 1955 (investment banking) |
| Known for | U.S. Representative from Pennsylvania |
Edward Lowber Stokes (September 29, 1880 – November 8, 1964) was a Philadelphia-born American politician affiliated with the Republican Party. He represented Pennsylvania's 2nd congressional district in the U.S. House of Representatives from 1931 to 1933, and subsequently served Pennsylvania's 6th congressional district from 1933 until 1935.
Early life and education
Born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Stokes completed his education at St. Paul's School located in Concord, New Hampshire. Beyond his political career, he was notable as an international polo competitor and led the polo team at the Philadelphia Country Club as its captain. Additionally, Stokes held the position of vestryman at Christ Church for a period spanning from 1913 to 1940.
Career
Stokes began his professional journey working as a clerk within a trust company before establishing his own investment enterprise, Edward Stokes & Co. In 1930, he made an unsuccessful bid for a seat in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives.
He was elected to the 72nd Congress in 1931 through a special election to fill a vacancy and served until 1935. Opting not to run for another term in Congress, Stokes pursued the office of governor in 1934. Later, he sought congressional office again in 1950 and campaigned for both mayor and councilman at large positions in 1952. His career in investment banking continued until his retirement in 1955.
Stokes passed away on November 8, 1964, in Willistown Township, Pennsylvania, and his remains were laid to rest at St. David's Episcopal Church in Radnor.