William Dawson (Missouri)
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William Dawson (March 17, 1848 - October 12, 1929) was a U.S. Representative from Missouri.
Born in New Madrid, Missouri, Dawson was graduated from Christian Brothers' College, St. Louis, Missouri, in 1869.
Dawson was elected sheriff and collector of New Madrid County in 1870 and 1872. He served as a member of the State house of representatives 1878-1884.
Dawson was elected as a Democrat to the Forty-ninth Congress (March 4, 1885-March 3, 1887). He was an unsuccessful candidate for renomination in 1886. He engaged in the land business in New Madrid, Missouri. He served as clerk of the circuit court of New Madrid County 1915-1927. He died in New Madrid, Missouri, October 12, 1929. He was interred in Evergreen Cemetery.
