Samuel Southard

Biography

Samuel Southard (died 1842) was an American politician who represented New Jersey in the United States Senate from January 1821 to June 1842, during the 16th–27th Congresses. Southard served as a Republican and later as a Whig. Southard died in office on June 26, 1842.

Key Information

• Full Name: Samuel Lewis Southard
• Died: June 26, 1842
• Term Started: December 2, 1839
• Term Ended: June 26, 1842
• Senate Class: Class I

Service History

• Jan 26, 1821 – Mar 6, 1821 16th–17th Congresses Republican New Jersey
• Mar 6, 1821 – Dec 2, 1833 17th–23rd Congresses Republican New Jersey
• Dec 2, 1833 – Dec 2, 1839 23rd–26th Congresses Whig New Jersey
• Dec 2, 1839 – Jun 26, 1842 26th–27th Congresses Whig New Jersey

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.