What party did Philetus Sawyer belong to?

Philetus Sawyer was a member of the Republican party and represented the state of Wisconsin in the U.S. Senate.

When did Philetus Sawyer serve in the U.S. Senate?

Philetus Sawyer served in the U.S. Senate from March 4, 1881 to March 3, 1893, representing Wisconsin.

When did Philetus Sawyer die?

Philetus Sawyer died on March 29, 1900.

Historical Profile

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

Republican Inactive

Philetus Sawyer

Former U.S. Senator for Wisconsin

Biography

Philetus Sawyer (died 1900) was an American politician who represented Wisconsin in the United States Senate from March 1881 to March 1893, during the 47th–52nd Congresses. Sawyer served as a Republican. Sawyer died on March 29, 1900.

Key Information

Full Name: Philetus Sawyer
Died: March 29, 1900
Term Started: March 4, 1881
Term Ended: March 3, 1893

Service History

Mar 4, 1881 – Mar 3, 1893 47th–52nd Congresses Republican Wisconsin

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 Wisconsin

Served With

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

Angus Cameron (WI) 1881–1885
John Spooner (WI) 1885–1891
William Vilas (WI) 1891–1893