What party did Thomas Ferry belong to?

Thomas Ferry was a member of the Republican party and represented the state of Michigan in the U.S. Senate.

When did Thomas Ferry serve in the U.S. Senate?

Thomas Ferry served in the U.S. Senate from March 4, 1871 to March 3, 1883, representing Michigan.

When did Thomas Ferry die?

Thomas Ferry died on October 13, 1896.

Historical Profile

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

Republican Inactive

Thomas Ferry

Former U.S. Senator for Michigan

Biography

Thomas Ferry (died 1896) was an American politician who represented Michigan in the United States Senate across 2 separate periods of service between 1871 and 1883, between the 42nd and 47th Congresses. Ferry served as a Republican. Ferry died on October 13, 1896.

Key Information

Full Name: Thomas White Ferry
Died: October 13, 1896
Term Started: October 15, 1877
Term Ended: March 3, 1883
Senate Class: Class II

Service History

Mar 4, 1871 – Oct 15, 1877 42nd–45th Congresses Republican Michigan
Oct 15, 1877 – Mar 3, 1883 45th–47th Congresses Republican Michigan

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 Michigan

Served With

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

Zachariah Chandler (MI) 1871–1879
Isaac Christiancy (MI) 1875–1879
Henry Baldwin (MI) 1879–1881
Omar Conger (MI) 1881–1883