Edward Gernon
Edward Gernon (December 26, 1800 – June 23, 1877) was an American lawyer, politician, and Wisconsin pioneer. He was a member of the Wisconsin Senate, representing Waukesha County during the 1856 and 1857 sessions. He was one of dozens of lawmakers in the 1856 session caught up in the La Crosse and Milwaukee Railroad bribery scheme.
Edward Gernon | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Wisconsin Senate from the 10th district | |
| In office January 7, 1856 – January 4, 1858 | |
| Preceded by | James DeNoon Reymert |
| Succeeded by | Denison Worthington |
| Personal details | |
| Born | December 26, 1800 |
| Died | June 23, 1877 (aged 76) Genesee, Wisconsin, U.S. |
| Cause of death | Edema |
| Resting place | Prairie Home Cemetery, Waukesha, Wisconsin |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Spouse |
Catherine Huyck
(m. 1828–1877) |
| Children | 3 |
| Profession | Lawyer |
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