What party did David Turpie belong to?

David Turpie was a member of the Democrat party and represented the state of Indiana in the U.S. Senate.

When did David Turpie serve in the U.S. Senate?

David Turpie served in the U.S. Senate from January 14, 1863 to March 3, 1899, representing Indiana.

When did David Turpie die?

David Turpie died on April 21, 1909.

Historical Profile

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

Democrat Inactive

David Turpie

Former U.S. Senator for Indiana

Biography

David Turpie (died 1909) was an American politician who represented Indiana in the United States Senate across 2 separate periods of service between 1863 and 1899, between the 37th and 55th Congresses. Turpie served as a Democrat. Turpie died on April 21, 1909.

Key Information

Full Name: David Turpie
Died: April 21, 1909
Term Started: March 4, 1887
Term Ended: March 3, 1899

Service History

Jan 14, 1863 – Mar 3, 1863 37th Congress Democrat Indiana
Mar 4, 1887 – Mar 3, 1899 50th–55th Congresses Democrat Indiana

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 Indiana

Served With

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

Henry Lane (IN) 1863
Daniel Voorhees (IN) 1887–1897
Charles Fairbanks (IN) 1897–1899