James D. Walker

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.

James David Walker
United States Senator
from Arkansas
In office
March 4, 1879  March 3, 1885
Preceded byStephen W. Dorsey
Succeeded byJames K. Jones
Personal details
Born(1830-12-13)December 13, 1830
Russellville, Kentucky
DiedOctober 17, 1906(1906-10-17) (aged 75)
Fayetteville, Arkansas
Political partyDemocratic
RelativesDavid Walker (cousin)
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