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James Lyons (1801-1882) was a prominent Richmond attorney and Confederate congressmen. He was twice elected to the state Senate, served in the House of Delegates, was a delegate to Virginia state constitutional convention (1850), and represented the state in the Confederate Congress (1862-1864). His son William Henry Lyons was first judge of the Richmond Hustings court.

From the description of Brock Collection: Lyons family papers, 1772-1886 (bulk 1820-1880). (Huntington Library, Art Collections & Botanical Gardens). WorldCat record id: 122510087

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