What party did Charles Farwell belong to?

Charles Farwell was a member of the Republican party and represented the state of Illinois in the U.S. Senate.

When did Charles Farwell serve in the U.S. Senate?

Charles Farwell served in the U.S. Senate from January 19, 1887 to March 3, 1891, representing Illinois.

When did Charles Farwell die?

Charles Farwell died on September 23, 1903.

Historical Profile

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

Republican Inactive

Charles Farwell

Former U.S. Senator for Illinois

Biography

Charles Farwell (died 1903) was an American politician who represented Illinois in the United States Senate from December 1887 to March 1891, during the 50th–51st Congresses. Farwell served as a Republican. Farwell died on September 23, 1903.

Key Information

Full Name: Charles Benjamin Farwell
Died: September 23, 1903
Term Started: December 5, 1887
Term Ended: March 3, 1891
Senate Class: Class III

Service History

Dec 5, 1887 – Mar 3, 1891 50th–51st Congresses Republican Illinois

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 Illinois

Dick Durbin

Democrat
Tammy Duckworth

Democrat

Served With

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

Shelby Cullom (IL) 1887–1891