What party did Davis Elkins belong to?

Davis Elkins was a member of the Republican party and represented the state of West Virginia in the U.S. Senate.

When did Davis Elkins serve in the U.S. Senate?

Davis Elkins served in the U.S. Senate from January 9, 1911 to March 3, 1925, representing West Virginia.

When did Davis Elkins die?

Davis Elkins died on January 5, 1959.

Historical Profile

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

Republican Inactive

Davis Elkins

Former U.S. Senator for West Virginia

Biography

Davis Elkins (died 1959) was an American politician who represented West Virginia in the United States Senate across 2 separate periods of service between 1911 and 1925, between the 61st and 68th Congresses. Elkins served as a Republican. Elkins died on January 5, 1959.

Key Information

Full Name: Davis Elkins
Died: January 5, 1959
Term Started: March 4, 1919
Term Ended: March 3, 1925

Service History

Jan 9, 1911 – Jan 31, 1911 61st Congress Republican West Virginia
Mar 4, 1919 – Mar 3, 1925 66th–68th Congresses Republican West Virginia

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 West Virginia

Served With

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

Nathan Scott (WV) 1911
Howard Sutherland (WV) 1919–1923
Matthew Neely (WV) 1923–1925