What party did John Thayer belong to?

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

When did John Thayer serve in the U.S. Senate?

John Thayer served in the U.S. Senate from March 1, 1867 to March 3, 1871, representing Nebraska.

When did John Thayer die?

John Thayer died on March 19, 1906.

Historical Profile

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

Republican Inactive

John Thayer

Former U.S. Senator for Nebraska

Biography

John Thayer (died 1906) was an American politician who represented Nebraska in the United States Senate from March 1867 to March 1871, during the 39th–41st Congresses. Thayer served as a Republican. Thayer died on March 19, 1906.

Key Information

Full Name: John Milton Thayer
Died: March 19, 1906
Term Started: March 1, 1867
Term Ended: March 3, 1871

Service History

Mar 1, 1867 – Mar 3, 1871 39th–41st 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 Thayer's service:

Thomas Tipton (NE) 1867–1871