Edward Farquhar

Background

Farquhar, Edward was born on September 2, 1843 in Sandy Spring, Maryland, United States. Son of William H. and Margaret (Briggs) Farquhar.

Education

Lived on farm until grown. Educated in common schools, but principally at home (Doctor of Philosophy, Columbian U.).

Career

Instructor English literature, 1893, assistant librarian United States Patent Office, from 1865. Then professor of history till 1903, Columbian University. Secretary Washington Society for Philosophical Inquiry.

Achievements

• Edward Farquhar has been listed as a noteworthy librarian, history educator by Marquis Who's Who.

Connections

Married Mary West. Milam, May 29, 1902.

Father:

William H. Farquhar

Mother:

Margaret (Briggs) Farquhar

Spouse:

Mary West. Milam