What party did William Peffer belong to?

William Peffer was a member of the Populist party and represented the state of Kansas in the U.S. Senate.

When did William Peffer serve in the U.S. Senate?

William Peffer served in the U.S. Senate from March 4, 1891 to March 3, 1897, representing Kansas.

When did William Peffer die?

William Peffer died on October 6, 1912.

Historical Profile

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

Populist Inactive

William Peffer

Former U.S. Senator for Kansas

Biography

William Peffer (died 1912) was an American politician who represented Kansas in the United States Senate from March 1891 to March 1897, during the 52nd–54th Congresses. Peffer served as a Populist. Peffer died on October 6, 1912.

Key Information

Full Name: William Alfred Peffer
Died: October 6, 1912
Term Started: March 4, 1891
Term Ended: March 3, 1897

Service History

Mar 4, 1891 – Mar 3, 1897 52nd–54th Congresses Populist Kansas

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 Kansas

Served With

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

Preston Plumb (KS) 1891
Bishop Perkins (KS) 1892–1893
John Martin (KS) 1893–1895
Lucien Baker (KS) 1895–1897