Background
Sharp, Edgar A. was born on June 3, 1876 in Patchogue, Long Island, New York, United States. Son of Michael and Margaret (Fisher) Sharp.
Sharp, Edgar A. was born on June 3, 1876 in Patchogue, Long Island, New York, United States. Son of Michael and Margaret (Fisher) Sharp.
Educated public schools and high school, Patchogue, New York.
Began as postal clerk, 1894. Overseas superintendent Knights of Columbus, 1918-1921. Engaged in real estate and insurance business, Patchogue, New York, 1921-1936 and since 1944.
Supervisor Brookhaven Township, Suffolk County, New York, 1936-1944. Member 79th Congress (1945-1947), 1st New York District.
Served with Knights of Columbus in England, and as building contractor in France, during World War I. Member Patchogue Chamber of Commerce.
Married Seraphine Ginocchio, March 7, 1916.