What party did William Sewell belong to?

William Sewell was a member of the Republican party and represented the state of New Jersey in the U.S. Senate.

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

William Sewell served in the U.S. Senate from March 4, 1881 to December 27, 1901, representing New Jersey.

When did William Sewell die?

William Sewell died on December 27, 1901.

Historical Profile

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

Republican Inactive

William Sewell

Former U.S. Senator for New Jersey

Biography

William Sewell (died 1901) was an American politician who represented New Jersey in the United States Senate across 2 separate periods of service between 1881 and 1901, between the 47th and 57th Congresses. Sewell served as a Republican. Sewell died in office on December 27, 1901.

Key Information

Full Name: William Joyce Sewell
Died: December 27, 1901
Term Started: March 4, 1895
Term Ended: December 27, 1901

Service History

Mar 4, 1881 – Mar 3, 1887 47th–49th Congresses Republican New Jersey
Mar 4, 1895 – Dec 27, 1901 54th–57th Congresses Republican 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.

Current Senators from New Jersey

Served With

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

John McPherson (NJ) 1881–1887
James Smith, Jr. (NJ) 1895–1899
John Kean (NJ) 1899–1901