Representative Peterson Bryant Jarman

Peterson Bryant Jarman (born October 31, 1892) was a Democratic member of the United States House of Representatives from Alabama. Representing Alabama’s 6th Congressional District, he served six consecutive terms in Congress from January 5, 1937, to January 3, 1949. During this period, he was a historical member of Congress identified with the Democratic Party and the political life of mid-20th-century Alabama.

Jarman’s tenure in the House spanned twelve years, during which he held the office of Representative for Alabama’s 6th District. Although specific committee assignments, legislative initiatives, and additional offices are not recorded in the available metadata, his continuous service from 1937 to 1949 reflects sustained electoral support in his district. After leaving office, he was regarded as a former member of Congress, and his career remains documented under the Biographical Directory of the United States Congress identifier J000058.