Background
Yeardon, Richard was born on October 23, 1802 in Charleston, South Carolina, United States. Son of Richard Adams and Mary (You) Yeardon.
Yeardon, Richard was born on October 23, 1802 in Charleston, South Carolina, United States. Son of Richard Adams and Mary (You) Yeardon.
Graduate South Carolina. College, 1820.
Wrote articles supporting Unionist policy during nullification controversy for City Gazette, Charleston, 1831. Editor Charleston Daily Courier, 1832-1844. Ardent Whig, opponent of John C. Calhoun.
Member South Carolina.
House of Representatives, 1856-1860, 62-64. Supported conservative policies of Jefferson Davis during Civil War.
Originated ordinance establishing Charleston High School
Member South Carolina. House of Representatives, 1856-1860, 62-64.
Married Mary Videau Marion, December 23, 1829, 1 child.