Historical Profile
Joseph Burton is no longer an active U.S. Senator. The information below reflects their most recent term.
Joseph Burton
Former U.S. Senator for Kansas
Biography
Joseph Burton (died 1923) was an American politician who represented Kansas in the United States Senate from March 1901 to June 1906, during the 57th–59th Congresses. Burton served as a Republican. Burton died on February 27, 1923.
Key Information
- Full Name: Joseph Ralph Burton
- Died: February 27, 1923
- Term Started: March 4, 1901
- Term Ended: June 4, 1906
Service History
- Mar 4, 1901 – Jun 4, 1906 57th–59th Congresses Republican Kansas
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 Kansas
Served With
Senators who represented the same state during Burton's service:
- William Harris (KS) 1901–1903
- Chester Long (KS) 1903–1906