What party did William Smith belong to?

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

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

William Smith served in the U.S. Senate from February 9, 1907 to March 3, 1919, representing Michigan.

When did William Smith die?

William Smith died on October 11, 1932.

Historical Profile

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

Republican Inactive

William Smith

Former U.S. Senator for Michigan

Biography

William Smith (died 1932) was an American politician who represented Michigan in the United States Senate from December 1907 to March 1919, during the 60th–65th Congresses. Smith served as a Republican. Smith died on October 11, 1932.

Key Information

Full Name: William Alden Smith
Died: October 11, 1932
Term Started: April 7, 1913
Term Ended: March 3, 1919
Senate Class: Class II

Service History

Dec 2, 1907 – Apr 7, 1913 60th–63rd Congresses Republican Michigan
Apr 7, 1913 – Mar 3, 1919 63rd–65th 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 Smith's service:

Julius Burrows (MI) 1907–1911
Charles Townsend (MI) 1911–1919