What party did Benjamin Stark belong to?

Benjamin Stark was a member of the Democrat party and represented the state of Oregon in the U.S. Senate.

When did Benjamin Stark serve in the U.S. Senate?

Benjamin Stark served in the U.S. Senate from October 29, 1861 to September 12, 1862, representing Oregon.

When did Benjamin Stark die?

Benjamin Stark died on October 10, 1898.

Historical Profile

Benjamin Stark is no longer an active U.S. Senator. The information below reflects their most recent term.

Democrat Inactive

Benjamin Stark

Former U.S. Senator for Oregon

Biography

Benjamin Stark (died 1898) was an American politician who represented Oregon in the United States Senate from October 1861 to September 1862, during the 37th Congress. Stark served as a Democrat. Stark died on October 10, 1898.

Key Information

Full Name: Benjamin Stark
Died: October 10, 1898
Term Started: October 29, 1861
Term Ended: September 12, 1862

Service History

Oct 29, 1861 – Sep 12, 1862 37th Congress Democrat Oregon

Service dates from the official U.S. Senate historical roster. For senators who changed party affiliation during their service, the party shown for each period is approximate.

Current Senators from Oregon

Jeff Merkley

Democrat
Ron Wyden

Democrat

Served With

Senators who represented the same state during Stark's service:

James Nesmith (OR) 1861–1862