What party did Elmer Burkett belong to?

Elmer Burkett was a member of the Republican party and represented the state of Nebraska in the U.S. Senate.

When did Elmer Burkett serve in the U.S. Senate?

Elmer Burkett served in the U.S. Senate from March 4, 1905 to March 3, 1911, representing Nebraska.

When did Elmer Burkett die?

Elmer Burkett died on May 23, 1935.

Historical Profile

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

Republican Inactive

Elmer Burkett

Former U.S. Senator for Nebraska

Biography

Elmer Burkett (died 1935) was an American politician who represented Nebraska in the United States Senate from March 1905 to March 1911, during the 59th–61st Congresses. Burkett served as a Republican. Burkett died on May 23, 1935.

Key Information

Full Name: Elmer Jacob Burkett
Died: May 23, 1935
Term Started: March 4, 1905
Term Ended: March 3, 1911

Service History

Mar 4, 1905 – Mar 3, 1911 59th–61st Congresses Republican Nebraska

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 Nebraska

Pete Ricketts

Republican
Deb Fischer

Republican

Served With

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

Joseph Millard (NE) 1905–1907
Norris Brown (NE) 1907–1911