James P. Richards
James Prioleau "Dick" Richards (August 31, 1894 - February 21, 1979) was a lawyer, judge, and Democrat U.S. Representative from South Carolina between 1933 and 1957. He later served as a special ambassador under Republican President Eisenhower.
Read more about James P. Richards: Early Life and World War One, Lawyer and Judge, Congressman, Later Life
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