Richard Small Ayer | |
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| Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Virginia's 1st district | |
| In office January 31, 1870 – March 3, 1871 | |
| Preceded by | Joseph Segar |
| Succeeded by | John Critcher |
| Member of the Maine House of Representatives | |
| In office 1888 | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | October 9, 1829 Montville, Maine, US |
| Died | December 14, 1896 (aged 67) Liberty, Maine, US |
| Resting place | Montville, Maine, US |
| Political party | Republican |
| Occupation | farmer, merchant |
| Military service | |
| Allegiance | United States |
| Branch/service | United States Army |
| Years of service | 1861–1863 |
| Rank | First Lieutenant |
| Unit | 4th Maine Infantry |
| Battles/wars | American Civil War |
Richard Small Ayer (October 9, 1829 – December 14, 1896) was a U.S. Representative from Virginia.