Wilbur Louis Adams

Democrat Representative of Delaware

Congresses Served

House Terms

October 23, 1884 (53 years old)

Birthday

December 4, 1937

Death

American lawyer and politician active in the early 20th century.
Served as a U.S. Representative from Delaware during the 73rd Congress.
Elected to the House of Representatives in 1932, defeating a Republican opponent.
Voted in favor of the New Deal legislation during his time in office.
Did not seek reelection in 1934; instead, he ran for a U.S. Senate seat but was unsuccessful.
Had a low profile in Congress compared to his Senate opponent, who was a popular incumbent.
Returned to practicing law after his congressional term and served as acting Postmaster in Georgetown, Delaware.
Died in 1937 and is buried in Union Cemetery in Georgetown, Delaware.