Historical Profile
Lester Dickinson is no longer an active U.S. Senator. The information below reflects their most recent term.
Lester Dickinson
Former U.S. Senator for Iowa
Biography
Lester Dickinson (died 1968) was an American politician who represented Iowa in the United States Senate from March 1931 to January 1937, during the 72nd–74th Congresses. Dickinson served as a Republican. Dickinson died on June 4, 1968.
Key Information
- Full Name: Lester Jesse Dickinson
- Died: June 4, 1968
- Term Started: March 4, 1931
- Term Ended: January 3, 1937
Service History
- Mar 4, 1931 – Jan 3, 1937 72nd–74th Congresses Republican Iowa
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 Iowa
Served With
Senators who represented the same state during Dickinson's service:
- Smith Brookhart (IA) 1931–1933
- Richard Murphy (IA) 1933–1936
- Guy Gillette (IA) 1936–1937