Edgar Cushen was born at Hagerstown, Maryland in 1867. He came to North Dakota with his parents in 1882, and lived in Carrington until his death.
He married Sarah Quarton in 1888. They had two sons: Harry and Willie.
Mr. Cushen was elected treasurer in 1896.
He died in May 1898. He is buried at Carrington.
Source: A History of Foster County 1983 Page 21B