Historical Profile
James Slater is no longer an active U.S. Senator. The information below reflects their most recent term.
Democrat
Inactive
James Slater
Former U.S. Senator for Oregon
Biography
James Slater (died 1899) was an American politician who represented Oregon in the United States Senate from March 1879 to March 1885, during the 46th–48th Congresses. Slater served as a Democrat. Slater died on February 28, 1899.
Key Information
- Full Name: James Harvey Slater
- Died: February 28, 1899
- Term Started: March 4, 1879
- Term Ended: March 3, 1885
Service History
- Mar 4, 1879 – Mar 3, 1885 46th–48th Congresses Democrat Oregon
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 Oregon
Served With
Senators who represented the same state during Slater's service:
- La Fayette Grover (OR) 1879–1883
- Joseph Dolph (OR) 1883–1885