What party did Howard Smith belong to?

Howard Smith was a member of the Republican party and represented the state of New Jersey in the U.S. Senate.

When did Howard Smith serve in the U.S. Senate?

Howard Smith served in the U.S. Senate from December 7, 1944 to January 3, 1959, representing New Jersey.

When did Howard Smith die?

Howard Smith died on October 27, 1966.

Historical Profile

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

Republican Inactive

Howard Smith

Former U.S. Senator for New Jersey

Biography

Howard Smith (died 1966) was an American politician who represented New Jersey in the United States Senate from December 1944 to January 1959, during the 78th–85th Congresses. Smith served as a Republican. Smith died on October 27, 1966.

Key Information

Full Name: Howard Alexander Smith
Died: October 27, 1966
Term Started: December 7, 1944
Term Ended: January 3, 1959

Service History

Dec 7, 1944 – Jan 3, 1959 78th–85th Congresses Republican New Jersey

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 New Jersey

Served With

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

Albert Hawkes (NJ) 1944–1949
Robert Hendrickson (NJ) 1949–1955
Clifford Case (NJ) 1955–1959