What party did Thomas Palmer belong to?

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

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

Thomas Palmer served in the U.S. Senate from March 4, 1883 to March 3, 1889, representing Michigan.

When did Thomas Palmer die?

Thomas Palmer died on June 1, 1913.

Historical Profile

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

Republican Inactive

Thomas Palmer

Former U.S. Senator for Michigan

Biography

Thomas Palmer (died 1913) was an American politician who represented Michigan in the United States Senate from March 1883 to March 1889, during the 48th–50th Congresses. Palmer served as a Republican. Palmer died on June 1, 1913.

Key Information

Full Name: Thomas Witherell Palmer
Died: June 1, 1913
Term Started: March 4, 1883
Term Ended: March 3, 1889

Service History

Mar 4, 1883 – Mar 3, 1889 48th–50th 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

Gary Peters

Democrat
Elissa Slotkin

Democrat

Served With

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

Omar Conger (MI) 1883–1887
Francis Stockbridge (MI) 1887–1889