United States House election, 1956
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The U.S. House election, 1956 was an election for the United States House of Representatives
in 1956 which coincided with the re-election of President
Dwight Eisenhower. Although Eisenhower was re-elected with a large majority, his Republican Party lost a net of two seats to the majority Democratic Party.
With no major national issues and the economic upswing of the 1950s in full force, voters generally chose to uphold the status quo. Notable freshmen included future Senator and presidential candidate George McGovern
(D-S.D.) as well as future House Minority Leader Bob Michel.
United States House of Representatives
The United States House of Representatives is one of the two Houses of the United States Congress, the bicameral legislature which also includes the Senate.The composition and powers of the House are established in Article One of the Constitution...
in 1956 which coincided with the re-election of President
President of the United States
The President of the United States of America is the head of state and head of government of the United States. The president leads the executive branch of the federal government and is the commander-in-chief of the United States Armed Forces....
Dwight Eisenhower. Although Eisenhower was re-elected with a large majority, his Republican Party lost a net of two seats to the majority Democratic Party.
With no major national issues and the economic upswing of the 1950s in full force, voters generally chose to uphold the status quo. Notable freshmen included future Senator and presidential candidate George McGovern
George McGovern
George Stanley McGovern is an historian, author, and former U.S. Representative, U.S. Senator, and the Democratic Party nominee in the 1972 presidential election....
(D-S.D.) as well as future House Minority Leader Bob Michel.
Overall results
Party | Total seats (change) | Seat percentage | Popular vote | |
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Democratic Party | 234 | +2 | 53.7% | 50.7% |
Republican Party | 201 | -2 | 46.2% | 48.7% |
Totals | 435 | +0 | 100.0% | 100.0% |
Alabama
District | Incumbent | Party | First elected |
Result | Candidates |
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Frank W. Boykin Frank W. Boykin Frank William Boykin, Sr. served as a Democratic Congressman in Alabama's 1st congressional district from 1935-1963.... |
Democratic | 1935 | Re-elected | Frank W. Boykin Frank W. Boykin Frank William Boykin, Sr. served as a Democratic Congressman in Alabama's 1st congressional district from 1935-1963.... (D) Unopposed |
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George M. Grant George M. Grant George McInvale Grant was a Democratic U.S. Representative from Alabama.Grant was born in Louisville, Alabama. He obtained a law degree from University of Alabama in 1922... |
Democratic | 1938 | Re-elected | George M. Grant George M. Grant George McInvale Grant was a Democratic U.S. Representative from Alabama.Grant was born in Louisville, Alabama. He obtained a law degree from University of Alabama in 1922... (D) Unopposed |
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George W. Andrews George W. Andrews For the Canadian politician see George William Andrews George William Andrews was a U.S... |
Democratic | 1944 | Re-elected | George W. Andrews George W. Andrews For the Canadian politician see George William Andrews George William Andrews was a U.S... (D) Unopposed |
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Kenneth A. Roberts Kenneth A. Roberts Kenneth Allison Roberts was a U.S. Representative from Alabama.Born in Piedmont, Alabama, Roberts attended the public schools and Howard College, Birmingham, Alabama. He was graduated from the University of Alabama Law School in 1935 and admitted to the bar in 1936... |
Democratic | 1950 | Re-elected | Kenneth A. Roberts Kenneth A. Roberts Kenneth Allison Roberts was a U.S. Representative from Alabama.Born in Piedmont, Alabama, Roberts attended the public schools and Howard College, Birmingham, Alabama. He was graduated from the University of Alabama Law School in 1935 and admitted to the bar in 1936... (D) 73.4% Roy Banks (R) 26.6% |
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Albert Rains Albert Rains Albert McKinley Rains was a U.S. Representative from Alabama.Born in Grove Oak, Alabama, Rains attended the public schools, Snead Seminary, Boaz, Alabama, State Teachers College , Jacksonville, Alabama, and the University of Alabama at Tuscaloosa.He studied law, was admitted to the bar in 1928 and... |
Democratic | 1944 | Re-elected | Albert Rains Albert Rains Albert McKinley Rains was a U.S. Representative from Alabama.Born in Grove Oak, Alabama, Rains attended the public schools, Snead Seminary, Boaz, Alabama, State Teachers College , Jacksonville, Alabama, and the University of Alabama at Tuscaloosa.He studied law, was admitted to the bar in 1928 and... (D) Unopposed |
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Armistead I. Selden, Jr. Armistead I. Selden, Jr. Armistead Inge Selden, Jr. was a U.S. Representative from Alabama.-Early life and military service:Born in Greensboro, Alabama, Selden attended the public schools. He graduated from Greensboro High School in 1938 and from the University of the South, Sewanee, Tennessee, in 1942... |
Democratic | 1952 | Re-elected | Armistead I. Selden, Jr. Armistead I. Selden, Jr. Armistead Inge Selden, Jr. was a U.S. Representative from Alabama.-Early life and military service:Born in Greensboro, Alabama, Selden attended the public schools. He graduated from Greensboro High School in 1938 and from the University of the South, Sewanee, Tennessee, in 1942... (D) Unopposed |
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Carl Elliott Carl Elliott Carl Atwood Elliott was a U.S. Congressman from the state of Alabama. He was elected to eight consecutive terms in office, serving from January 1949 to January 1965.... |
Democratic | 1948 | Re-elected | Carl Elliott Carl Elliott Carl Atwood Elliott was a U.S. Congressman from the state of Alabama. He was elected to eight consecutive terms in office, serving from January 1949 to January 1965.... (D) Unopposed |
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Robert E. Jones, Jr. Robert E. Jones, Jr. Robert E. Jones, Jr. was a member of the United States House of Representatives from the 8th district of Alabama. He was the last to represent that district before it was removed as a result of the 1970 United States Census. Presently there are seven U.S. House districts in Alabama.-Early... |
Democratic | 1947 | Re-elected | Robert E. Jones, Jr. Robert E. Jones, Jr. Robert E. Jones, Jr. was a member of the United States House of Representatives from the 8th district of Alabama. He was the last to represent that district before it was removed as a result of the 1970 United States Census. Presently there are seven U.S. House districts in Alabama.-Early... (D) 80.7% J. G. Fortney (R) 19.3% |
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George Huddleston, Jr. George Huddleston, Jr. George Huddleston, Jr. was a Democratic Congressman from Alabama.Huddleston was born in Birmingham, Alabama. He is the son of George Huddleston, who represented the Birmingham area in Congress from 1915 to 1937... |
Democratic | 1954 | Re-elected | George Huddleston, Jr. George Huddleston, Jr. George Huddleston, Jr. was a Democratic Congressman from Alabama.Huddleston was born in Birmingham, Alabama. He is the son of George Huddleston, who represented the Birmingham area in Congress from 1915 to 1937... (D) 65.9% William L. Longshore, Jr. (R) 34.1% |
Arizona
District | Incumbent | Party | First elected |
Result | Candidates |
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John Jacob Rhodes John Jacob Rhodes John Jacob Rhodes, Jr. was an American lawyer and politician. A member of the Republican Party, Rhodes was elected as a U.S. Representative from the state of Arizona. He was preceded in office by Democrat John Murdock, and succeeded by fellow Republican John McCain... |
Republican | 1952 | Re-elected | John Jacob Rhodes John Jacob Rhodes John Jacob Rhodes, Jr. was an American lawyer and politician. A member of the Republican Party, Rhodes was elected as a U.S. Representative from the state of Arizona. He was preceded in office by Democrat John Murdock, and succeeded by fellow Republican John McCain... (R) 54.9% William P. Mahoney (D) 45.1% |
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Stewart Lee Udall | Democratic | 1954 | Re-elected | Stewart Lee Udall (D) 60.1% John G. Speiden (R) 39.9% |
Arkansas
District | Incumbent | Party | First elected |
Result | Candidates |
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Ezekiel C. Gathings Ezekiel C. Gathings Ezekiel Candler Gathings was a U.S. Representative from Arkansas.Born in Prairie, Mississippi, Gathings attended the public schools and the University of Alabama at Tuscaloosa. He was graduated from the law department of the University of Arkansas at Fayetteville in 1929... |
Democratic | 1938 | Re-elected | Ezekiel C. Gathings Ezekiel C. Gathings Ezekiel Candler Gathings was a U.S. Representative from Arkansas.Born in Prairie, Mississippi, Gathings attended the public schools and the University of Alabama at Tuscaloosa. He was graduated from the law department of the University of Arkansas at Fayetteville in 1929... (D) Unopposed |
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Wilbur Mills Wilbur Mills Wilbur Daigh Mills , was a Democratic member of the United States House of Representatives from the state of Arkansas... |
Democratic | 1938 | Re-elected | Wilbur Mills Wilbur Mills Wilbur Daigh Mills , was a Democratic member of the United States House of Representatives from the state of Arkansas... (D) Unopposed |
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James William Trimble James William Trimble James William Trimble was a Democratic member of the United States House of Representatives from Arkansas, having served from 1945-1967. He was the first Democrat in Arkansas since Reconstruction to lose a congressional race to a Republican... |
Democratic | 1944 | Re-elected | James William Trimble James William Trimble James William Trimble was a Democratic member of the United States House of Representatives from Arkansas, having served from 1945-1967. He was the first Democrat in Arkansas since Reconstruction to lose a congressional race to a Republican... (D) 61.3% William S. Spicer (R) 38.7% |
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Oren Harris Oren Harris Oren Harris was a U.S. Representative and United States District Court Judge from Arkansas.-Background:Born in Belton, Arkansas, Harris attended public schools in Prescott, Arkansas.... |
Democratic | 1940 | Re-elected | Oren Harris Oren Harris Oren Harris was a U.S. Representative and United States District Court Judge from Arkansas.-Background:Born in Belton, Arkansas, Harris attended public schools in Prescott, Arkansas.... (D) Unopposed |
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Brooks Hays Brooks Hays Lawrence Brooks Hays was a Democratic member of the United States House of Representatives from the State of Arkansas.... |
Democratic | 1942 | Re-elected | Brooks Hays Brooks Hays Lawrence Brooks Hays was a Democratic member of the United States House of Representatives from the State of Arkansas.... (D) Unopposed |
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William F. Norrell William F. Norrell William Frank Norrell was a U.S. Representative from Arkansas, husband of Catherine Dorris Norrell.Born in Milo, Arkansas, Norrell attended the public schools, the Arkansas Agricultural and Mechanical College of Monticello, the College of the Ozarks in Clarksville, Arkansas, and law school at the... |
Democratic | 1938 | Re-elected | William F. Norrell William F. Norrell William Frank Norrell was a U.S. Representative from Arkansas, husband of Catherine Dorris Norrell.Born in Milo, Arkansas, Norrell attended the public schools, the Arkansas Agricultural and Mechanical College of Monticello, the College of the Ozarks in Clarksville, Arkansas, and law school at the... (D) Unopposed |
California
District | Incumbent | Party | First elected |
Result | Candidates |
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Hubert B. Scudder Hubert B. Scudder Hubert Baxter Scudder was a U.S. Representative from California.Born in Sebastopol, California, Scudder graduated from the public schools.... |
Republican | 1948 United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1948 The United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1948 was an election for California's delegation to the United States House of Representatives, which occurred as part of the general election of the House of Representatives on November 2, 1948... |
Re-elected | Hubert B. Scudder Hubert B. Scudder Hubert Baxter Scudder was a U.S. Representative from California.Born in Sebastopol, California, Scudder graduated from the public schools.... (R) 53.6% Clement W. Miller (D) 46.4% |
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Clair Engle Clair Engle Clair Engle was an American politician of the Democratic Party and a United States Senator from California.- Early years :Engle was born in Bakersfield... |
Democratic | 1943 | Re-elected | Clair Engle Clair Engle Clair Engle was an American politician of the Democratic Party and a United States Senator from California.- Early years :Engle was born in Bakersfield... (D) Unopposed |
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John E. Moss John E. Moss John Emerson Moss was an American politician of the Democratic party, noted for his championing of the federal Freedom of Information Act through multiple sessions of the United States House of Representatives where he served from 1953 to 1978.Moss was born in Hiawatha, Carbon County, Utah, in... |
Democratic | 1952 United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1952 The United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1952 was an election for California's delegation to the United States House of Representatives, which occurred as part of the general election of the House of Representatives on November 4, 1952. California gained seven seats as a... |
Re-elected | John E. Moss John E. Moss John Emerson Moss was an American politician of the Democratic party, noted for his championing of the federal Freedom of Information Act through multiple sessions of the United States House of Representatives where he served from 1953 to 1978.Moss was born in Hiawatha, Carbon County, Utah, in... (D) 68.6% Noel C. Stevenson (R) 31.4% |
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William S. Mailliard William S. Mailliard William S. Mailliard was a member of the U.S. House of Representatives from California. He was born in Belvedere, California; attended elementary and secondary schools in the San Francisco Bay Area, and the Taft School, Watertown, Connecticut, 1933–1935... |
Republican | 1952 United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1952 The United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1952 was an election for California's delegation to the United States House of Representatives, which occurred as part of the general election of the House of Representatives on November 4, 1952. California gained seven seats as a... |
Re-elected | William S. Mailliard William S. Mailliard William S. Mailliard was a member of the U.S. House of Representatives from California. He was born in Belvedere, California; attended elementary and secondary schools in the San Francisco Bay Area, and the Taft School, Watertown, Connecticut, 1933–1935... (R) 61.9% James L. Quigley (D) 38.1% |
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John Shelley John Shelley John Francis "Jack" Shelley was a U.S. politician. He served as the 35th mayor of San Francisco, from 1964 to 1968, the first Democrat elected to the office in 50 years, and the first in an unbroken line of Democratic mayors that lasts to the present .Shelley earned a law degree from the... |
Democratic | 1949 | Re-elected | John Shelley John Shelley John Francis "Jack" Shelley was a U.S. politician. He served as the 35th mayor of San Francisco, from 1964 to 1968, the first Democrat elected to the office in 50 years, and the first in an unbroken line of Democratic mayors that lasts to the present .Shelley earned a law degree from the... (D) Unopposed |
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John F. Baldwin, Jr. John F. Baldwin, Jr. John Finley Baldwin, Jr. was a U.S. Representative from California.Born in Oakland, California, Baldwin graduated from San Ramon Valley Union High School in Danville, California, and from the University of California at Berkeley in 1935, majoring in accounting and finance.He served as assistant... |
Republican | 1954 United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1954 The United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1954 was an election for California's delegation to the United States House of Representatives, which occurred as part of the general election of the House of Representatives on November 6, 1954... |
Re-elected | John F. Baldwin, Jr. John F. Baldwin, Jr. John Finley Baldwin, Jr. was a U.S. Representative from California.Born in Oakland, California, Baldwin graduated from San Ramon Valley Union High School in Danville, California, and from the University of California at Berkeley in 1935, majoring in accounting and finance.He served as assistant... (R) 53.7% H. Roberts Quinney (D) 46.3% |
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John J. Allen, Jr. John J. Allen, Jr. John Joseph Allen, Jr. was the US Representative from California's 7th district from 1947 to 1959. He served as Undersecretary of Commerce for Transportation under President Dwight D. Eisenhower from 1959 to 1961, helping to lay the groundwork for the future Department of Transportation... |
Republican | 1946 United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1946 The United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1946 was an election for California's delegation to the United States House of Representatives, which occurred as part of the general election of the House of Representatives on November 5, 1946... |
Re-elected | John J. Allen, Jr. John J. Allen, Jr. John Joseph Allen, Jr. was the US Representative from California's 7th district from 1947 to 1959. He served as Undersecretary of Commerce for Transportation under President Dwight D. Eisenhower from 1959 to 1961, helping to lay the groundwork for the future Department of Transportation... (R) 52.8% Laurance L. Cross (D) 47.2% |
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George Paul Miller George Paul Miller George Paul Miller was a U.S. Representative from California.Born in San Francisco, California, Miller attended public and private schools. He was graduated from Saint Mary's College of California in 1912. He engaged as a civil engineer 1912-1917... |
Democratic | 1944 United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1944 The United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1944 was an election for California's delegation to the United States House of Representatives, which occurred as part of the general election of the House of Representatives on November 7, 1944... |
Re-elected | George Paul Miller George Paul Miller George Paul Miller was a U.S. Representative from California.Born in San Francisco, California, Miller attended public and private schools. He was graduated from Saint Mary's College of California in 1912. He engaged as a civil engineer 1912-1917... (D) 65.6% Robert Lee Watkins (R) 34.4% |
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J. Arthur Younger J. Arthur Younger Jesse Arthur Younger was a United States Representative from California. A member of the Republican Party, he was the first Representative from San Mateo County, California.... |
Republican | 1952 United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1952 The United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1952 was an election for California's delegation to the United States House of Representatives, which occurred as part of the general election of the House of Representatives on November 4, 1952. California gained seven seats as a... |
Re-elected | J. Arthur Younger J. Arthur Younger Jesse Arthur Younger was a United States Representative from California. A member of the Republican Party, he was the first Representative from San Mateo County, California.... (R) 60.3% James T. McKay (D) 39.7% |
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Charles S. Gubser Charles S. Gubser Charles Samuel Gubser was a Republican U.S. Representative from California.Born in Gilroy, California, Gubser attended public schools. He graduated from San Jose State Junior College in 1934, the University of California in 1937, and then did two years of graduate work. He taught at Gilroy Union... |
Republican | 1952 United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1952 The United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1952 was an election for California's delegation to the United States House of Representatives, which occurred as part of the general election of the House of Representatives on November 4, 1952. California gained seven seats as a... |
Re-elected | Charles S. Gubser Charles S. Gubser Charles Samuel Gubser was a Republican U.S. Representative from California.Born in Gilroy, California, Gubser attended public schools. He graduated from San Jose State Junior College in 1934, the University of California in 1937, and then did two years of graduate work. He taught at Gilroy Union... (R) 60.7% William H. Vatcher, Jr. (D) 39.3% |
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J. Leroy Johnson | Republican | 1942 United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1942 The United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1942 was an election for California's delegation to the United States House of Representatives, which occurred as part of the general election of the House of Representatives on November 3, 1942. California gained three districts... |
Lost re-election Democratic gain |
John J. McFall John J. McFall John Joseph McFall was a Democratic member of the United States House of Representatives, representing the state of California, rising to the position of House Majority Whip.-Early life and career:... (D) 53.1% J. Leroy Johnson (R) 46.9% |
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Bernice F. Sisk | Democratic | 1954 United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1954 The United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1954 was an election for California's delegation to the United States House of Representatives, which occurred as part of the general election of the House of Representatives on November 6, 1954... |
Re-elected | Bernice F. Sisk (D) 73.0% Robert B. Moore (R) 27.0% |
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Charles M. Teague Charles M. Teague Charles McKevett Teague was a U.S. Representative from California.Born in Santa Paula, California, Teague attended the public schools.... |
Republican | 1954 United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1954 The United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1954 was an election for California's delegation to the United States House of Representatives, which occurred as part of the general election of the House of Representatives on November 6, 1954... |
Re-elected | Charles M. Teague Charles M. Teague Charles McKevett Teague was a U.S. Representative from California.Born in Santa Paula, California, Teague attended the public schools.... (R) 59.6% William Kirk Stewart (D) 40.4% |
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Harlan Hagen Harlan Hagen Harlan Francis Hagen was a United States Representative from California. A member of the Democratic Party, he served in the U.S. House of Representatives from 1953 to 1967, representing the 14th District of California.... |
Democratic | 1952 United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1952 The United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1952 was an election for California's delegation to the United States House of Representatives, which occurred as part of the general election of the House of Representatives on November 4, 1952. California gained seven seats as a... |
Re-elected | Harlan Hagen Harlan Hagen Harlan Francis Hagen was a United States Representative from California. A member of the Democratic Party, he served in the U.S. House of Representatives from 1953 to 1967, representing the 14th District of California.... (D) 63.0% Myron D. Tisdel (R) 37.0% |
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Gordon L. McDonough Gordon L. McDonough Gordon Leo McDonough was a U.S. Representative from California.Born in Buffalo, New York, McDonough moved with his parents to Emporium, Pennsylvania, in 1898.He attended the public schools.... |
Republican | 1944 United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1944 The United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1944 was an election for California's delegation to the United States House of Representatives, which occurred as part of the general election of the House of Representatives on November 7, 1944... |
Re-elected | Gordon L. McDonough Gordon L. McDonough Gordon Leo McDonough was a U.S. Representative from California.Born in Buffalo, New York, McDonough moved with his parents to Emporium, Pennsylvania, in 1898.He attended the public schools.... (R) 57.9% Emery S. Petty (D) 42.1% |
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Donald L. Jackson Donald L. Jackson Donald Lester Jackson was a U.S. Representative from California.Born in Ipswich, Edmunds County, South Dakota, Jackson attended the public schools of South Dakota and California.... |
Republican | 1946 United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1946 The United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1946 was an election for California's delegation to the United States House of Representatives, which occurred as part of the general election of the House of Representatives on November 5, 1946... |
Re-elected | Donald L. Jackson Donald L. Jackson Donald Lester Jackson was a U.S. Representative from California.Born in Ipswich, Edmunds County, South Dakota, Jackson attended the public schools of South Dakota and California.... (R) 60.8% G. Robert Fleming (D) 39.2% |
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Cecil R. King Cecil R. King Cecil Rhodes King was an American businessman and politician. King, a Democrat, served as the first member of the United States House of Representatives from California's 17th congressional district for fourteen terms, serving from August 1942 to January 1969... |
Democratic | 1942 United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1942 The United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1942 was an election for California's delegation to the United States House of Representatives, which occurred as part of the general election of the House of Representatives on November 3, 1942. California gained three districts... |
Re-elected | Cecil R. King Cecil R. King Cecil Rhodes King was an American businessman and politician. King, a Democrat, served as the first member of the United States House of Representatives from California's 17th congressional district for fourteen terms, serving from August 1942 to January 1969... (D) 64.9% Charles A. Franklin (R) 35.1% |
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Craig Hosmer Craig Hosmer Chester Craig Hosmer was a United States Representative from California.Hosmer was born in Brea, California, in Orange County. He attended the public schools, graduated from Long Beach Polytechnic High School... |
Republican | 1952 United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1952 The United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1952 was an election for California's delegation to the United States House of Representatives, which occurred as part of the general election of the House of Representatives on November 4, 1952. California gained seven seats as a... |
Re-elected | Craig Hosmer Craig Hosmer Chester Craig Hosmer was a United States Representative from California.Hosmer was born in Brea, California, in Orange County. He attended the public schools, graduated from Long Beach Polytechnic High School... (R) 59.3% Raymond C. Simpson (D) 40.7% |
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Chet Holifield | Democratic | 1942 United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1942 The United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1942 was an election for California's delegation to the United States House of Representatives, which occurred as part of the general election of the House of Representatives on November 3, 1942. California gained three districts... |
Re-elected | Chet Holifield (D) 73.8% Roy E. Reynolds (R) 26.2% |
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John Carl Hinshaw John Carl Hinshaw John Carl Hinshaw was a United States Representative from California. He was born in Chicago, Illinois, son of William Wade and Anna Williams Hinshaw. He attended the public schools and Valparaiso University... |
Republican | 1938 United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1938 The United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1938 was an election for California's delegation to the United States House of Representatives, which occurred as part of the general election of the House of Representatives on November 8, 1938. Republicans gained four districts.... |
Died in office Republican hold |
H. Allen Smith (R) 70.8% Eugene Radding (D) 29.2% |
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Edgar W. Hiestand Edgar W. Hiestand Edgar Willard Hiestand was a staunch Anti-Communist who served ten years in the United States Congress.Hiestand was born in Chicago, Illinois on December 3, 1888. A Republican and member of the John Birch Society, he represented California's 21st Congressional District from 1953 until 1963, when... |
Republican | 1952 United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1952 The United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1952 was an election for California's delegation to the United States House of Representatives, which occurred as part of the general election of the House of Representatives on November 4, 1952. California gained seven seats as a... |
Re-elected | Edgar W. Hiestand Edgar W. Hiestand Edgar Willard Hiestand was a staunch Anti-Communist who served ten years in the United States Congress.Hiestand was born in Chicago, Illinois on December 3, 1888. A Republican and member of the John Birch Society, he represented California's 21st Congressional District from 1953 until 1963, when... (R) 62.6% W. C. Stethem (D) 37.4% |
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Joseph F. Holt Joseph F. Holt Joseph Franklin Holt, III was a U.S. Representative from California.Born in Springfield, Massachusetts, Holt moved to Los Angeles, California, with his parents when one year of age.He attended the public schools.... |
Republican | 1952 United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1952 The United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1952 was an election for California's delegation to the United States House of Representatives, which occurred as part of the general election of the House of Representatives on November 4, 1952. California gained seven seats as a... |
Re-elected | Joseph F. Holt Joseph F. Holt Joseph Franklin Holt, III was a U.S. Representative from California.Born in Springfield, Massachusetts, Holt moved to Los Angeles, California, with his parents when one year of age.He attended the public schools.... (R) 59.8% Irving Glasband (D) 40.2% |
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Clyde Doyle Clyde Doyle Clyde Gilman Doyle was a United States Representative from California. He was born in Oakland, Alameda County, California. He attended public schools in Oakland, Seattle, Washington, Los Angeles and Long Beach, California. He graduated from the College of Law of the University of Southern... |
Democratic | 1948 United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1948 The United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1948 was an election for California's delegation to the United States House of Representatives, which occurred as part of the general election of the House of Representatives on November 2, 1948... |
Re-elected | Clyde Doyle Clyde Doyle Clyde Gilman Doyle was a United States Representative from California. He was born in Oakland, Alameda County, California. He attended public schools in Oakland, Seattle, Washington, Los Angeles and Long Beach, California. He graduated from the College of Law of the University of Southern... (D) 70.9% E. Elgie Calvin (R) 29.1% |
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Glenard P. Lipscomb Glenard P. Lipscomb Glenard Paul Lipscomb was a United States Congressman from the state of California.Born in Jackson County, Michigan, Lipscomb moved to California with his parents in 1920, where the family settled in Los Angeles. He was educated in the Los Angeles public schools, including Belmont High School... |
Republican | 1953 | Re-elected | Glenard P. Lipscomb Glenard P. Lipscomb Glenard Paul Lipscomb was a United States Congressman from the state of California.Born in Jackson County, Michigan, Lipscomb moved to California with his parents in 1920, where the family settled in Los Angeles. He was educated in the Los Angeles public schools, including Belmont High School... (R) 61.9% Fay Porter (D) 38.1% |
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Patrick J. Hillings Patrick J. Hillings Patrick Jerome Hillings was a Republican U.S. Representative from California who succeeded Richard M. Nixon in Congress... |
Republican | 1950 United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1950 The United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1950 was an election for California's delegation to the United States House of Representatives, which occurred as part of the general election of the House of Representatives on November 7, 1950... |
Re-elected | Patrick J. Hillings Patrick J. Hillings Patrick Jerome Hillings was a Republican U.S. Representative from California who succeeded Richard M. Nixon in Congress... (R) 63.8% John G. Sobieski (D) 36.2% |
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James Roosevelt James Roosevelt James Roosevelt was the oldest son of U.S. President Franklin D. Roosevelt. He was a United States Congressman, an officer in the United States Marine Corps, an aide to his father, the official Secretary to the President, a Democratic Party activist, and a businessman.-Early life:Roosevelt was... |
Democratic | 1954 United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1954 The United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1954 was an election for California's delegation to the United States House of Representatives, which occurred as part of the general election of the House of Representatives on November 6, 1954... |
Re-elected | James Roosevelt James Roosevelt James Roosevelt was the oldest son of U.S. President Franklin D. Roosevelt. He was a United States Congressman, an officer in the United States Marine Corps, an aide to his father, the official Secretary to the President, a Democratic Party activist, and a businessman.-Early life:Roosevelt was... (D) 68.8% Edward H. Gibbons (R) 31.2% |
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Harry R. Sheppard Harry R. Sheppard Harry Richard Sheppard was a U.S. Representative from California.Born in Mobile, Alabama, Sheppard attended the public schools.He studied law.He was employed in transportation department of the Santa Fe Railroad.... |
Democratic | 1936 United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1936 The United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1936 was an election for California's delegation to the United States House of Representatives, which occurred as part of the general election of the House of Representatives on November 3, 1936... |
Re-elected | Harry R. Sheppard Harry R. Sheppard Harry Richard Sheppard was a U.S. Representative from California.Born in Mobile, Alabama, Sheppard attended the public schools.He studied law.He was employed in transportation department of the Santa Fe Railroad.... (D) Unopposed |
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James B. Utt James B. Utt James Boyd Utt was a conservative Republican Congressman from populous Orange County, California, from 1953 to 1970.-Biography:... |
Republican | 1952 United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1952 The United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1952 was an election for California's delegation to the United States House of Representatives, which occurred as part of the general election of the House of Representatives on November 4, 1952. California gained seven seats as a... |
Re-elected | James B. Utt James B. Utt James Boyd Utt was a conservative Republican Congressman from populous Orange County, California, from 1953 to 1970.-Biography:... (R) 64.5% Gordon T. Shepard (D) 35.5% |
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John J. Phillips John J. Phillips John Phillips was a member of the U.S. House of Representatives from California.John Philips was born in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania. He moved to St. David, Pennsylvania, in 1891. He graduated from Haverford College in 1910. During the First World War, he served in the Adjutant General’s Office... |
Republican | 1942 United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1942 The United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1942 was an election for California's delegation to the United States House of Representatives, which occurred as part of the general election of the House of Representatives on November 3, 1942. California gained three districts... |
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Dalip Singh Saund Dalip Singh Saund Dalip Singh Saund was a member of the United States House of Representatives. He served the 29th District of California from January 3, 1957–January 3, 1963. He was the first Asian American, Indian American and Sikh member of the United States Congress... (D) 51.5% Jacqueline Cochran Odlum Jacqueline Cochran Jacqueline Cochran was a pioneer American aviator, considered to be one of the most gifted racing pilots of her generation... (R) 48.5% |
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Bob Wilson Bob Wilson (US politician) Robert Carlton "Bob" Wilson was an American politician. He was a member of the United States House of Representatives. He was a member of the Republican Party.-Biography:... |
Republican | 1952 United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1952 The United States House of Representatives elections in California, 1952 was an election for California's delegation to the United States House of Representatives, which occurred as part of the general election of the House of Representatives on November 4, 1952. California gained seven seats as a... |
Re-elected | Bob Wilson Bob Wilson (US politician) Robert Carlton "Bob" Wilson was an American politician. He was a member of the United States House of Representatives. He was a member of the Republican Party.-Biography:... (R) 66.7% George A. Cheney (D) 33.3% |
Colorado
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Byron G. Rogers Byron G. Rogers Byron Giles Rogers was a U.S. Representative from Colorado.-Early life:Born in Greenville, Texas, Rogers moved with his parents to Oklahoma in April 1902.... |
Democratic | 1950 | Re-elected | Byron G. Rogers Byron G. Rogers Byron Giles Rogers was a U.S. Representative from Colorado.-Early life:Born in Greenville, Texas, Rogers moved with his parents to Oklahoma in April 1902.... (D) 57.8% Ellen G. Harris (R) 42.2% |
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William S. Hill William S. Hill William Silas Hill was a U.S. Representative from Colorado.Born in Kelly, Kansas, Hill attended the public schools, Kansas State Normal at Emporia, and Colorado State College of Agriculture at Fort Collins.... |
Republican | 1940 | Re-elected | William S. Hill William S. Hill William Silas Hill was a U.S. Representative from Colorado.Born in Kelly, Kansas, Hill attended the public schools, Kansas State Normal at Emporia, and Colorado State College of Agriculture at Fort Collins.... (R) 53.4% Byron L. Johnson (D) 46.6% |
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John Chenoweth John Chenoweth John Edgar Chenoweth was a Republican politician from the U.S. state of Colorado, serving as a member of the United States House of Representatives and as a state judge.... |
Republican | 1950 | Re-elected | John Chenoweth John Chenoweth John Edgar Chenoweth was a Republican politician from the U.S. state of Colorado, serving as a member of the United States House of Representatives and as a state judge.... (R) 50.2% Alva B. Adams (D) 49.8% |
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Wayne N. Aspinall Wayne N. Aspinall Wayne Norviel Aspinall was a lawyer and politician from Colorado. He is largely known for his tenure in the United States House of Representatives, serving as a Democrat from 1949-1973 from Colorado’s Fourth District. Aspinall became known for his direction of the House Interior and Insular... |
Democratic | 1948 | Re-elected | Wayne N. Aspinall Wayne N. Aspinall Wayne Norviel Aspinall was a lawyer and politician from Colorado. He is largely known for his tenure in the United States House of Representatives, serving as a Democrat from 1949-1973 from Colorado’s Fourth District. Aspinall became known for his direction of the House Interior and Insular... (D) 61.8% Hugh L. Caldwell (R) 38.2% |
Connecticut
District | Incumbent | Party | First elected |
Result | Candidates |
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Thomas J. Dodd Thomas J. Dodd Thomas Joseph Dodd was a United States Senator and Representative from Connecticut, He was the first Senator censured by the US Senate since Joseph McCarthy in 1954, and was one of only six people censured by the Senate in the 20th century. He is the father of former U.S. Senator Christopher Dodd... |
Democratic | 1952 | Retired to run for U. S. Senate Republican gain |
Edwin H. May, Jr. Edwin H. May, Jr. Edwin Hyland May, Jr. was a U.S. Representative from Connecticut.Born in Hartford, Connecticut, May graduated from Wethersfield High School, Wethersfield, Connecticut, 1942.... (R) 53.5% Patrick J. Ward (D) 46.1% Donald B. LaCroix (Ind Rep) 0.4% |
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Horace Seely-Brown, Jr. Horace Seely-Brown, Jr. Horace Seely-Brown Jr. was a US Representative from Connecticut.Seely-Brown was born in Kensington, Maryland. He attended the public schools of Hoosick, New York and graduated from Hamilton College in Clinton, New York in 1929. He was a student at Yale University in 1929 and 1930... |
Republican | 1950 | Re-elected | Horace Seely-Brown, Jr. Horace Seely-Brown, Jr. Horace Seely-Brown Jr. was a US Representative from Connecticut.Seely-Brown was born in Kensington, Maryland. He attended the public schools of Hoosick, New York and graduated from Hamilton College in Clinton, New York in 1929. He was a student at Yale University in 1929 and 1930... (R) 59.0% Douglas J. Bennet (D) 41.0% |
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Albert W. Cretella Albert W. Cretella Albert William Cretella was a U.S. Representative from Connecticut.- Early life :Born in New Haven, Connecticut, Cretella attended the public schools of New Haven. He graduated from Yale University in 1917... |
Republican | 1952 | Re-elected | Albert W. Cretella Albert W. Cretella Albert William Cretella was a U.S. Representative from Connecticut.- Early life :Born in New Haven, Connecticut, Cretella attended the public schools of New Haven. He graduated from Yale University in 1917... (R) 60.0% Robert N. Giaimo (D) 40.0% |
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Albert P. Morano Albert P. Morano Albert Paul Morano was a U.S. Representative from Connecticut.Born in Paterson, New Jersey, Morano moved to Greenwich, Connecticut in 1912 and attended the public schools there. He served as member of Greenwich Board of Tax Review 1933-1935, and as chairman of the Chickahominy Town Meeting... |
Republican | 1950 | Re-elected | Albert P. Morano Albert P. Morano Albert Paul Morano was a U.S. Representative from Connecticut.Born in Paterson, New Jersey, Morano moved to Greenwich, Connecticut in 1912 and attended the public schools there. He served as member of Greenwich Board of Tax Review 1933-1935, and as chairman of the Chickahominy Town Meeting... (R) 68.4% Jack Stock (D) 31.1% Harold Saunders (S Socialist Party of America The Socialist Party of America was a multi-tendency democratic-socialist political party in the United States, formed in 1901 by a merger between the three-year-old Social Democratic Party of America and disaffected elements of the Socialist Labor Party which had split from the main organization... ) 0.5% |
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James T. Patterson James T. Patterson James Thomas Patterson was a U.S. Representative from Connecticut.Born in Naugatuck, Connecticut, Patterson attended the public schools.... |
Republican | 1946 | Re-elected | James T. Patterson James T. Patterson James Thomas Patterson was a U.S. Representative from Connecticut.Born in Naugatuck, Connecticut, Patterson attended the public schools.... (R) 61.9% Luke F. Martin (D) 38.1% |
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Antoni N. Sadlak | Republican | 1946 | Re-elected | Antoni N. Sadlak (R) 61.5% Matthew P. Kuta (D) 38.5% |
Delaware
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Harris B. McDowell, Jr. Harris B. McDowell, Jr. Harris B. McDowell, Jr. was an American farmer and politician from Middletown, in New Castle County, Delaware. He was a member of the Democratic Party, who served in the Delaware General Assembly and five terms as U. S. Representative from Delaware.-Early life and family:McDowell was born near... |
Democratic | 1954 | Lost re-election Republican gain |
Harry G. Haskell, Jr. Harry G. Haskell, Jr. Harry Garner Haskell, Jr. is an American businessman and politician from Wilmington, in New Castle County, Delaware. He is a member of the Republican Party, who served as U.S. Representative from Delaware.-Early life and family:... (R) 52.0% Harris B. McDowell, Jr. (D) 48.0% |
Florida
District | Incumbent | Party | First elected |
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William C. Cramer William C. Cramer William Cato Cramer was a U.S. Representative from Florida.Cramer was born in Denver, Colorado. He was three years old when his parents moved to St. Petersburg, Florida. He attended the public schools and St... |
Republican | 1954 | Re-elected | William C. Cramer William C. Cramer William Cato Cramer was a U.S. Representative from Florida.Cramer was born in Denver, Colorado. He was three years old when his parents moved to St. Petersburg, Florida. He attended the public schools and St... (R) 56.4% Winton H. King (D) 43.6% |
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Charles Edward Bennett Charles Edward Bennett Charles Edward Bennett was a member of the United States House of Representatives from Florida from 1949 to 1993. He was a Democrat who resided in Jacksonville, Florida.-Early years:... |
Democratic | 1948 | Re-elected | Charles Edward Bennett Charles Edward Bennett Charles Edward Bennett was a member of the United States House of Representatives from Florida from 1949 to 1993. He was a Democrat who resided in Jacksonville, Florida.-Early years:... (D) Unopposed |
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Robert L. F. Sikes Robert L. F. Sikes Robert Lee Fulton Sikes was a U.S. Representative from Florida.Born in Isabella, near Sylvester, Georgia, Sikes attended the public schools.... |
Democratic | 1940 | Re-elected | Robert L. F. Sikes Robert L. F. Sikes Robert Lee Fulton Sikes was a U.S. Representative from Florida.Born in Isabella, near Sylvester, Georgia, Sikes attended the public schools.... (D) 89.6% Arthur Barker (R) 10.4% |
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Dante Fascell Dante Fascell Dante Bruno Fascell served as an American politician from the state of Florida.-Early life:Fascell, born in Bridgehampton, New York in 1917, moved to Florida in 1925. He graduated from the University of Miami law school in 1938. Fascell was a brother of Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia Fraternity and the... |
Democratic | 1954 | Re-elected | Dante Fascell Dante Fascell Dante Bruno Fascell served as an American politician from the state of Florida.-Early life:Fascell, born in Bridgehampton, New York in 1917, moved to Florida in 1925. He graduated from the University of Miami law school in 1938. Fascell was a brother of Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia Fraternity and the... (D) 60.9% Leland Hyzer (R) 39.1% |
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Albert S. Herlong, Jr. Albert S. Herlong, Jr. Albert Sydney Herlong, Jr. was a U.S. Representative from Florida.Herlong was born in the small community of Manistee, Alabama in 1909, and moved with his parents to Marion County, Florida in 1912. He attended the public schools of Sumter and Lake counties and graduated from Leesburg High School... |
Democratic | 1948 | Re-elected | Albert S. Herlong, Jr. Albert S. Herlong, Jr. Albert Sydney Herlong, Jr. was a U.S. Representative from Florida.Herlong was born in the small community of Manistee, Alabama in 1909, and moved with his parents to Marion County, Florida in 1912. He attended the public schools of Sumter and Lake counties and graduated from Leesburg High School... (D) 51.4% Arnold L. Lund (R) 48.6% |
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Paul Rogers Paul Rogers (politician) Paul Grant Rogers was an American lawyer and politician from the U.S. state of Florida. A Democrat, Rogers served in the U.S. House of Representatives as the member from Florida's 11th congressional district. He was chairman of Research!America from 1996 to 2005.-Early life:Rogers was born in... |
Democratic | 1954 | Re-elected | Paul Rogers Paul Rogers (politician) Paul Grant Rogers was an American lawyer and politician from the U.S. state of Florida. A Democrat, Rogers served in the U.S. House of Representatives as the member from Florida's 11th congressional district. He was chairman of Research!America from 1996 to 2005.-Early life:Rogers was born in... (D) 54.7% Dorothy A. Smith (R) 45.3% |
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James A. Haley James A. Haley James Andrew Haley was a U.S. Representative from Florida.Born in Jacksonville, Alabama, Haley attended the public schools and the University of Alabama. During World War I, Haley enlisted in Troop A, Second Cavalry, in April 1917 and served overseas. He was an accountant in Sarasota, Florida from... |
Democratic | 1952 | Re-elected | James A. Haley James A. Haley James Andrew Haley was a U.S. Representative from Florida.Born in Jacksonville, Alabama, Haley attended the public schools and the University of Alabama. During World War I, Haley enlisted in Troop A, Second Cavalry, in April 1917 and served overseas. He was an accountant in Sarasota, Florida from... (D) 62.4% Gus Nelson (R) 37.6% |
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Donald Ray Matthews Donald Ray Matthews Donald Ray "Billy" Matthews was a U.S. Representative from Florida.Born in Micanopy, Florida, Matthews attended the public schools of Hawthorne, Florida.... |
Democratic | 1952 | Re-elected | Donald Ray Matthews Donald Ray Matthews Donald Ray "Billy" Matthews was a U.S. Representative from Florida.Born in Micanopy, Florida, Matthews attended the public schools of Hawthorne, Florida.... (D) Unopposed |
Georgia
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Prince Hulon Preston, Jr. Prince Hulon Preston, Jr. Prince Hulon Preston, Jr. was an American politician, educator and lawyer.Preston was born in Monroe, Georgia. He graduated from the University of Georgia School of Law in Athens and was admitted to the Georgia state bar in 1930... |
Democratic | 1946 | Re-elected | Prince Hulon Preston, Jr. Prince Hulon Preston, Jr. Prince Hulon Preston, Jr. was an American politician, educator and lawyer.Preston was born in Monroe, Georgia. He graduated from the University of Georgia School of Law in Athens and was admitted to the Georgia state bar in 1930... (D) 78.3% Harry P. Anestos (I) 21.2% ?? (R) 0.5% |
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J. L. Pilcher J. L. Pilcher John Leonard Pilcher was a U.S. Representative from Georgia.Born on a farm near Meigs, Georgia, Pilcher attended public schools in the area.... |
Democratic | 1953 | Re-elected | J. L. Pilcher J. L. Pilcher John Leonard Pilcher was a U.S. Representative from Georgia.Born on a farm near Meigs, Georgia, Pilcher attended public schools in the area.... (D) 100.0% Albert Maples (I) 0.01% |
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Tic Forrester Tic Forrester Elijah Lewis Forrester was a U.S. Representative from Georgia.Born on a farm near Leesburg, Georgia, Forrester attended the Leesburg public schools.He studied law and passed the State bar examination in 1917.... |
Democratic | 1950 | Re-elected | Tic Forrester Tic Forrester Elijah Lewis Forrester was a U.S. Representative from Georgia.Born on a farm near Leesburg, Georgia, Forrester attended the Leesburg public schools.He studied law and passed the State bar examination in 1917.... (D) 100.0% J. M. Brophy (R) 0.004% |
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John James Flynt, Jr. John James Flynt, Jr. John James Flynt, Jr. was a United States Representative from Georgia.Born in Griffin, Georgia, Flynt attended the public schools and Georgia Military Academy . He later attended the University of Georgia at Athens where he was a member of the Phi Kappa Literary Society and received an A.B. in 1936... |
Democratic | 1954 | Re-elected | John James Flynt, Jr. John James Flynt, Jr. John James Flynt, Jr. was a United States Representative from Georgia.Born in Griffin, Georgia, Flynt attended the public schools and Georgia Military Academy . He later attended the University of Georgia at Athens where he was a member of the Phi Kappa Literary Society and received an A.B. in 1936... (D) 100.0% ?? (R) 0.03% |
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James C. Davis James C. Davis James Curran Davis was a politician from the state of Georgia.Davis was born in Franklin, Georgia. He attended Reinhardt College in Waleska, Georgia and Emory College in Oxford, Georgia. During World War I, Davis served in the United States Marine Corps... |
Democratic | 1946 | Re-elected | James C. Davis James C. Davis James Curran Davis was a politician from the state of Georgia.Davis was born in Franklin, Georgia. He attended Reinhardt College in Waleska, Georgia and Emory College in Oxford, Georgia. During World War I, Davis served in the United States Marine Corps... (D) 59.2% Randolph W. Thrower (R) 40.8% Joe McDow (I) 0.001% |
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Carl Vinson Carl Vinson Carl Vinson was a United States Representative from Georgia. He was a Democrat and the first person to serve for more than 50 years in the United States House of Representatives... |
Democratic | 1914 | Re-elected | Carl Vinson Carl Vinson Carl Vinson was a United States Representative from Georgia. He was a Democrat and the first person to serve for more than 50 years in the United States House of Representatives... (D) Unopposed |
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Henderson Lovelace Lanham Henderson Lovelace Lanham Henderson Lovelace Lanham was an American politician and lawyer.Lanham was born in Rome, Georgia. He attended the University of Georgia in Athens where he was a member of the Sigma Chi Fraternity, and graduated with an Bachelor of Arts in 1910 and Bachelor of Law degree with honors in 1911... |
Democratic | 1946 | Re-elected | Henderson Lovelace Lanham Henderson Lovelace Lanham Henderson Lovelace Lanham was an American politician and lawyer.Lanham was born in Rome, Georgia. He attended the University of Georgia in Athens where he was a member of the Sigma Chi Fraternity, and graduated with an Bachelor of Arts in 1910 and Bachelor of Law degree with honors in 1911... (D) 99.7% H. M. King (R) 0.3% |
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Iris Faircloth Blitch Iris Faircloth Blitch Iris Faircloth Blitch was a United States Representative from Georgia.She was the third woman elected to Congress from Georgia.... |
Democratic | 1954 | Re-elected | Iris Faircloth Blitch Iris Faircloth Blitch Iris Faircloth Blitch was a United States Representative from Georgia.She was the third woman elected to Congress from Georgia.... (D) 100.0% J. M. Kent (R) 0.006% |
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Phillip M. Landrum Phillip M. Landrum Phillip Mitchell Landrum was a Democratic U.S. Representative from Georgia.Born in Martin, Georgia, Landrum attended the public schools and Mercer University, in Macon, Georgia.... |
Democratic | 1952 | Re-elected | Phillip M. Landrum Phillip M. Landrum Phillip Mitchell Landrum was a Democratic U.S. Representative from Georgia.Born in Martin, Georgia, Landrum attended the public schools and Mercer University, in Macon, Georgia.... (D) Unopposed |
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Paul Brown Paul Brown (Georgia politician) Paul Brown was an American politician and lawyer.Brown was born in Hartwell, Georgia, and graduated from the University of Georgia School of Law in Athens with a Bachelor of Laws degree in 1901. He was admitted to the state bar in that year and began practicing law in Lexington, Georgia... |
Democratic | 1933 | Re-elected | Paul Brown Paul Brown (Georgia politician) Paul Brown was an American politician and lawyer.Brown was born in Hartwell, Georgia, and graduated from the University of Georgia School of Law in Athens with a Bachelor of Laws degree in 1901. He was admitted to the state bar in that year and began practicing law in Lexington, Georgia... (D) 99.8% ?? (R) 0.2% |
Idaho
District | Incumbent | Party | First elected |
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Gracie Pfost Gracie Pfost Gracie Bowers Pfost was the first woman to represent Idaho in the United States Congress, serving five terms as a Democrat in the House of Representatives. Pfost represented the state's First Congressional District.-Biography:Pfost moved with her parents to a farm near Boise, Idaho, in 1911... |
Democratic | 1952 | Re-elected | Gracie Pfost Gracie Pfost Gracie Bowers Pfost was the first woman to represent Idaho in the United States Congress, serving five terms as a Democrat in the House of Representatives. Pfost represented the state's First Congressional District.-Biography:Pfost moved with her parents to a farm near Boise, Idaho, in 1911... (D) 55.1% Louise Shadduck (R) 44.9% |
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Hamer H. Budge Hamer H. Budge Hamer Harold Budge was a politician of the United States.-Biography:Budge grew up in Boise, Idaho, USA and graduated from Stanford University in 1933. He graduated from University of Idaho College of Law in 1936 and was in private practice. He was a member of the Idaho House of Representatives... |
Republican | 1950 | Re-elected | Hamer H. Budge Hamer H. Budge Hamer Harold Budge was a politician of the United States.-Biography:Budge grew up in Boise, Idaho, USA and graduated from Stanford University in 1933. He graduated from University of Idaho College of Law in 1936 and was in private practice. He was a member of the Idaho House of Representatives... (R) 60.0% J. W. Reynolds (D) 40.0% |
Illinois
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William L. Dawson | Democratic | 1942 | Re-elected | William L. Dawson (D) 64.4% George W. Lawrence (R) 35.6% |
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Barratt O'Hara Barratt O'Hara Barratt O'Hara of Chicago was the 30th Lieutenant Governor of Illinois from 1913 to 1917 and a U.S. Representative from Illinois from 1949 to 1951 and from 1953 to 1969.-External links: Retrieved on 2008-02-09... |
Democratic | 1952 | Re-elected | Barratt O'Hara Barratt O'Hara Barratt O'Hara of Chicago was the 30th Lieutenant Governor of Illinois from 1913 to 1917 and a U.S. Representative from Illinois from 1949 to 1951 and from 1953 to 1969.-External links: Retrieved on 2008-02-09... (D) 55.3% George B. McKibbin (R) 44.7% |
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James C. Murray James C. Murray James Cunningham Murray was a U.S. Representative from Illinois from 1955-1957. He graduated from De Paul University Law School in 1940, and subsequently worked as a lawyer. He served in the United States Army Air Forces from 1942 to 1945.Born in Chicago, Illinois, Murray was elected to the... |
Democratic | 1954 | Lost re-election Republican gain |
Emmet F. Byrne Emmet F. Byrne Emmet Francis Byrne , born in Chicago, Illinois, was a U.S. Representative from the third district of Illinois. He served one term, 1957–59, as a Republican before being defeated in the 1958 election by Democrat William T. Murphy... (R) 51.4% James C. Murray (D) 48.6% |
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William E. McVey William E. McVey William Estus McVey, was a Republican member of the U.S... |
Republican | 1950 | Re-elected | William E. McVey William E. McVey William Estus McVey, was a Republican member of the U.S... (R) 60.0% Michael Hinko (D) 40.0% |
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John C. Kluczynski John C. Kluczynski John Carl Kluczynski was a U.S. Representative from Illinois, representing the 5th district.Born in Chicago, Illinois, Kluczynski attended public and parochial schools, and during the First World War served overseas as a corporal with the Eighth Field Artillery in 1918 and 1919.He worked in the... |
Democratic | 1950 | Re-elected | John C. Kluczynski John C. Kluczynski John Carl Kluczynski was a U.S. Representative from Illinois, representing the 5th district.Born in Chicago, Illinois, Kluczynski attended public and parochial schools, and during the First World War served overseas as a corporal with the Eighth Field Artillery in 1918 and 1919.He worked in the... (D) 61.8% Lawrence Welnowski (R) 38.2% |
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Thomas J. O'Brien | Democratic | 1942 | Re-elected | Thomas J. O'Brien (D) 62.0% John J. Dillon (R) 38.0% |
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James Bowler James Bowler James Bernard Bowler was a political figure from Chicago, Illinois . He served three terms as a United States Representative for Illinois.... |
Democratic | 1953 | Re-elected | James Bowler James Bowler James Bernard Bowler was a political figure from Chicago, Illinois . He served three terms as a United States Representative for Illinois.... (D) 71.7% Gabriel L. Grimaldi (R) 28.3% |
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Thomas S. Gordon Thomas S. Gordon Thomas Sylvy Gordon was a U.S. Representative from Illinois.Born in Chicago, Illinois, Gordon attended the parochial schools and was graduated from St... |
Democratic | 1942 | Re-elected | Thomas S. Gordon Thomas S. Gordon Thomas Sylvy Gordon was a U.S. Representative from Illinois.Born in Chicago, Illinois, Gordon attended the parochial schools and was graduated from St... (D) 59.5% Victor O. Wright (R) 40.5% |
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Sidney R. Yates Sidney R. Yates Sidney Richard Yates was a politician from the state of Illinois.Yates was born in Chicago, Illinois and he graduated from the University of Chicago. He served in the United States Navy during World War II.... |
Democratic | 1948 | Re-elected | Sidney R. Yates Sidney R. Yates Sidney Richard Yates was a politician from the state of Illinois.Yates was born in Chicago, Illinois and he graduated from the University of Chicago. He served in the United States Navy during World War II.... (D) 54.0% Johann S. Ackerman (R) 46.0% |
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Richard W. Hoffman Richard W. Hoffman Richard William Hoffman was a U.S. Representative from Illinois.Born in Chicago, Illinois, HoffmanVeteran of the First World War.He engaged in the printing and publishing business.... |
Republican | 1948 | Retired Republican hold |
Harold R. Collier Harold R. Côllier Harold Reginald Collier was a Republican member of the United States House of Representatives from Illinois.... (R) 64.4% Marvin E. Lore (D) 35.6% |
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Timothy P. Sheehan Timothy P. Sheehan Timothy Patrick Sheehan of Chicago was a U.S. Representative from Illinois from 1951 to 1959. He was a candidate for mayor of Chicago in 1959.... |
Republican | 1950 | Re-elected | Timothy P. Sheehan Timothy P. Sheehan Timothy Patrick Sheehan of Chicago was a U.S. Representative from Illinois from 1951 to 1959. He was a candidate for mayor of Chicago in 1959.... (R) 55.5% Roman C. Pucinski (D) 44.5% |
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Charles A. Boyle Charles A. Boyle Charles A. Boyle was a United States Congressman from Chicago's north side, representing the Illinois's 12th congressional district from 1959 until his death in an automobile accident in the early morning hours of November 4, 1959 . Born in Spring Lake, Michigan on August 13, 1907, Boyle was a... |
Democratic | 1954 | Re-elected | Charles A. Boyle Charles A. Boyle Charles A. Boyle was a United States Congressman from Chicago's north side, representing the Illinois's 12th congressional district from 1959 until his death in an automobile accident in the early morning hours of November 4, 1959 . Born in Spring Lake, Michigan on August 13, 1907, Boyle was a... (D) 53.2% Edgar A. Jonas (R) 46.8% |
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Marguerite S. Church Marguerite S. Church Marguerite Stitt Church was a psychologist by profession who was elected to her husband Ralph E. Church's congressional seat to complete his term, following his death in office. She continued to represent Illinois' 13th congressional district as a Republican from 1951 to 1963... |
Republican | 1950 | Re-elected | Marguerite S. Church Marguerite S. Church Marguerite Stitt Church was a psychologist by profession who was elected to her husband Ralph E. Church's congressional seat to complete his term, following his death in office. She continued to represent Illinois' 13th congressional district as a Republican from 1951 to 1963... (R) 71.6% Helen Benson Leys (D) 28.4% |
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Chauncey W. Reed Chauncey W. Reed Chauncey William Reed was a U.S. Representative from Illinois.Chauncey Reed was born in West Chicago, Illinois to William Thomas Reed and Margaret Reed... |
Republican | 1934 | Died in office Republican hold |
Russell W. Keeney Russell W. Keeney Russell Watson Keeney was a U.S. Representative from Illinois.Born in Pittsfield, Illinois, Keeney attended grade and high schools in Naperville, Illinois.... (R) 70.6% Harold J. Spelman (D) 29.4% |
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Noah M. Mason Noah M. Mason Noah Morgan Mason was a U.S. Representative from Illinois.Mason was a representative conservative Republican in Congress who represented a rural downstate district... |
Republican | 1936 | Re-elected | Noah M. Mason Noah M. Mason Noah Morgan Mason was a U.S. Representative from Illinois.Mason was a representative conservative Republican in Congress who represented a rural downstate district... (R) 64.6% Stanley Hubbs (D) 35.4% |
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Leo E. Allen Leo E. Allen Leo Elwood Allen , American politician, was a Republican member of the United States House of Representatives for fourteen terms, 1933–1961, representing the 13th District of Illinois 1933–1949, and the 16th District of Illinois 1949–1961. He was born in Elizabeth, Illinois and... |
Republican | 1932 | Re-elected | Leo E. Allen Leo E. Allen Leo Elwood Allen , American politician, was a Republican member of the United States House of Representatives for fourteen terms, 1933–1961, representing the 13th District of Illinois 1933–1949, and the 16th District of Illinois 1949–1961. He was born in Elizabeth, Illinois and... (R) 63.7% Glen F. Kunkle (D) 36.3% |
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Leslie C. Arends | Republican | 1934 | Re-elected | Leslie C. Arends (R) 64.9% C. E. Spang (D) 35.1% |
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Harold H. Velde | Republican | 1948 | Retired Republican hold |
Robert H. Michel Robert H. Michel Robert Henry "Bob" Michel is an American Republican Party politician who was a member of the United States House of Representatives for 38 years. He represented central Illinois' 18th congressional district, and was the GOP leader in Congress, serving as Minority Leader for 14 years during an era... (R) 58.8% Fred Allen (D) 41.2% |
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Robert B. Chiperfield Robert B. Chiperfield Robert Bruce Chiperfield was a U.S. Representative from Illinois, son of Burnett Mitchell Chiperfield.Born in Canton, Illinois, Chiperfield was educated in the public schools of Canton, Illinois, Washington, D.C., and at Phillips Exeter Academy, Exeter, New Hampshire.He served as a private during... |
Republican | 1938 | Re-elected | Robert B. Chiperfield Robert B. Chiperfield Robert Bruce Chiperfield was a U.S. Representative from Illinois, son of Burnett Mitchell Chiperfield.Born in Canton, Illinois, Chiperfield was educated in the public schools of Canton, Illinois, Washington, D.C., and at Phillips Exeter Academy, Exeter, New Hampshire.He served as a private during... (R) 55.8% Martin P. Sutor (D) 44.2% |
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Sid Simpson Sid Simpson Sidney Elmer Simpson was a U.S. Representative from Illinois, husband of Edna Oakes Simpson.Born in Carrollton, Illinois, Simpson attended the public schools and was graduated from Carrollton High School.... |
Republican | 1942 | Re-elected | Sid Simpson Sid Simpson Sidney Elmer Simpson was a U.S. Representative from Illinois, husband of Edna Oakes Simpson.Born in Carrollton, Illinois, Simpson attended the public schools and was graduated from Carrollton High School.... (R) 59.6% Henry W. Pollock (D) 40.4% |
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Peter F. Mack, Jr. Peter F. Mack, Jr. Peter Francis Mack, Jr. was a U.S. Representative from Illinois.Born in Carlinville, Illinois, Mack attended the public schools and Blackburn College in Carlinville, Illinois, and St. Louis University.... |
Democratic | 1948 | Re-elected | Peter F. Mack, Jr. Peter F. Mack, Jr. Peter Francis Mack, Jr. was a U.S. Representative from Illinois.Born in Carlinville, Illinois, Mack attended the public schools and Blackburn College in Carlinville, Illinois, and St. Louis University.... (D) 53.5% Frederic S. O'Hara (R) 46.5% |
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William L. Springer William L. Springer William Lee Springer was a U.S. Representative from Illinois.Born in Sullivan, Indiana, Springer attended the public schools and Sullivan and Culver Military Academy at Culver, Indiana.... |
Republican | 1950 | Re-elected | William L. Springer William L. Springer William Lee Springer was a U.S. Representative from Illinois.Born in Sullivan, Indiana, Springer attended the public schools and Sullivan and Culver Military Academy at Culver, Indiana.... (R) 62.3% E. H. Winegarner (D) 37.7% |
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Charles W. Vursell Charles W. Vursell Charles Wesley Vursell was a U.S. Representative from Illinois, cousin of Carl Bert Albert.Born in Salem, Illinois, Vursell attended the public schools of Marion County, Illinois.Hardware merchant in 1904.... |
Republican | 1942 | Re-elected | Charles W. Vursell Charles W. Vursell Charles Wesley Vursell was a U.S. Representative from Illinois, cousin of Carl Bert Albert.Born in Salem, Illinois, Vursell attended the public schools of Marion County, Illinois.Hardware merchant in 1904.... (R) 52.6% Albert R. Imle (D) 47.4% |
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Melvin Price | Democratic | 1944 | Re-elected | Melvin Price (D) 68.2% Waldo E. Schellenger (R) 31.8% |
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Kenneth J. Gray Kenneth J. Gray Kenneth James Gray was a U.S. Representative from Illinois.Born in West Frankfort, Illinois, Gray attended the West Frankfort and Pope County elementary schools and graduated from Frankfort Community High School. He was owner of Gray Motors, West Frankfort, Illinois from 1942 to 1954... |
Democratic | 1954 | Re-elected | Kenneth J. Gray Kenneth J. Gray Kenneth James Gray was a U.S. Representative from Illinois.Born in West Frankfort, Illinois, Gray attended the West Frankfort and Pope County elementary schools and graduated from Frankfort Community High School. He was owner of Gray Motors, West Frankfort, Illinois from 1942 to 1954... (D) 53.8% Samuel J. Scott (R) 46.2% |
Indiana
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Result | Candidates |
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Ray J. Madden Ray J. Madden Ray John Madden was a United States Representative from Indiana. He was born in Waseca, Minnesota. He attended the public schools and Sacred Heart Academy in his native city. He graduated from the law department of Creighton University with an LL.B... |
Democratic | 1942 | Re-elected | Ray J. Madden Ray J. Madden Ray John Madden was a United States Representative from Indiana. He was born in Waseca, Minnesota. He attended the public schools and Sacred Heart Academy in his native city. He graduated from the law department of Creighton University with an LL.B... (D) 52.6% Donald K. Stimson, Jr. (R) 47.2% Harry C. Beamer (Proh Prohibition Party The Prohibition Party is a political party in the United States best known for its historic opposition to the sale or consumption of alcoholic beverages. It is the oldest existing third party in the US. The party was an integral part of the temperance movement... ) 0.2% |
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Charles A. Halleck Charles A. Halleck Charles Abraham Halleck was a Republican leader of the United States House of Representatives from the second district of Indiana.... |
Republican | 1935 | Re-elected | Charles A. Halleck Charles A. Halleck Charles Abraham Halleck was a Republican leader of the United States House of Representatives from the second district of Indiana.... (R) 62.2% Thurman C. Crook (D) 37.4% J. O. Johnston (Proh Prohibition Party The Prohibition Party is a political party in the United States best known for its historic opposition to the sale or consumption of alcoholic beverages. It is the oldest existing third party in the US. The party was an integral part of the temperance movement... ) 0.3% |
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Shepard J. Crumpacker, Jr. Shepard J. Crumpacker, Jr. Shepard J. Crumpacker, Jr. was a U.S. Representative from Indiana, cousin of Edgar Dean Crumpacker and Maurice Edgar Crumpacker.... |
Republican | 1950 | Retired Republican hold |
F. Jay Nimtz F. Jay Nimtz F. Jay Nimtz was a U.S. Representative from Indiana.Born in South Bend, Indiana, the youngest child of Frederick and Bertha Baske Nimtz, Nimtz attended the public schools, graduating from Central High School in 1933.... (R) 53.1% John Brademas (D) 46.9% |
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E. Ross Adair E. Ross Adair Edwin Ross Adair was a U.S. Representative from Indiana.Born in Albion, Indiana, Adair attended grade and high schools in that city... |
Republican | 1950 | Re-elected | E. Ross Adair E. Ross Adair Edwin Ross Adair was a U.S. Representative from Indiana.Born in Albion, Indiana, Adair attended grade and high schools in that city... (R) 63.4% F. Dean Bechtol (D) 36.3% Claude Swartz (Proh Prohibition Party The Prohibition Party is a political party in the United States best known for its historic opposition to the sale or consumption of alcoholic beverages. It is the oldest existing third party in the US. The party was an integral part of the temperance movement... ) 0.2% |
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John V. Beamer John V. Beamer John Valentine Beamer was a U.S. Representative from Indiana.Born on a farm in Wabash County, Indiana, Beamer attended the public schools of Roann, Indiana... |
Republican | 1950 | Re-elected | John V. Beamer John V. Beamer John Valentine Beamer was a U.S. Representative from Indiana.Born on a farm in Wabash County, Indiana, Beamer attended the public schools of Roann, Indiana... (R) 56.4% William Catlin Whitehead (D) 43.1% Ralph G. Stallsmith (Proh Prohibition Party The Prohibition Party is a political party in the United States best known for its historic opposition to the sale or consumption of alcoholic beverages. It is the oldest existing third party in the US. The party was an integral part of the temperance movement... ) 0.5% |
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Cecil M. Harden Cecil M. Harden Cecil Murray Harden was a U.S. Representative from Indiana.Born in Covington, Indiana, Harden graduated from the public schools of Covington in 1912. She attended Indiana University in Bloomington, Indiana, and became a teacher. She served as Republican National committeewoman from Indiana from... |
Republican | 1948 | Re-elected | Cecil M. Harden Cecil M. Harden Cecil Murray Harden was a U.S. Representative from Indiana.Born in Covington, Indiana, Harden graduated from the public schools of Covington in 1912. She attended Indiana University in Bloomington, Indiana, and became a teacher. She served as Republican National committeewoman from Indiana from... (R) 55.0% John W. King (D) 44.8% Woodrow Shields (Proh Prohibition Party The Prohibition Party is a political party in the United States best known for its historic opposition to the sale or consumption of alcoholic beverages. It is the oldest existing third party in the US. The party was an integral part of the temperance movement... ) 0.2% |
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William G. Bray William G. Bray William Gilmer Bray was a member of the United States House of Representatives from Indiana.Born on a farm near Mooresville, Indiana, Bray attended the public schools of Mooresville, Indiana.... |
Republican | 1950 | Re-elected | William G. Bray William G. Bray William Gilmer Bray was a member of the United States House of Representatives from Indiana.Born on a farm near Mooresville, Indiana, Bray attended the public schools of Mooresville, Indiana.... (R) 57.2% Vernon R. Hill (D) 42.8% |
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Winfield K. Denton Winfield K. Denton Winfield Kirkpatrick Denton was a U.S. Representative from Indiana, son of George Kirkpatrick Denton.Born in Evansville, Indiana, Denton attended the public schools.He attended De Pauw University, Greencastle, Indiana.... |
Democratic | 1954 | Re-elected | Winfield K. Denton Winfield K. Denton Winfield Kirkpatrick Denton was a U.S. Representative from Indiana, son of George Kirkpatrick Denton.Born in Evansville, Indiana, Denton attended the public schools.He attended De Pauw University, Greencastle, Indiana.... (D) 50.1% D. Bailey Merrill (R) 49.7% Raymond D. Morris (Proh Prohibition Party The Prohibition Party is a political party in the United States best known for its historic opposition to the sale or consumption of alcoholic beverages. It is the oldest existing third party in the US. The party was an integral part of the temperance movement... ) 0.3% |
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Earl Wilson Earl Wilson (politician) Earl Wilson was a United States Representative from Indiana. He was born on a farm near Huron, Indiana and attended public schools there. He attended Purdue University and received degrees from Coyne Electrical School of Chicago, Illinois in 1928 and Indiana University of Bloomington, Indiana in... |
Republican | 1940 | Re-elected | Earl Wilson Earl Wilson (politician) Earl Wilson was a United States Representative from Indiana. He was born on a farm near Huron, Indiana and attended public schools there. He attended Purdue University and received degrees from Coyne Electrical School of Chicago, Illinois in 1928 and Indiana University of Bloomington, Indiana in... (R) 53.4% Wilfrid J. Ullirch (D) 46.3% Elmer D. Riggs (Proh Prohibition Party The Prohibition Party is a political party in the United States best known for its historic opposition to the sale or consumption of alcoholic beverages. It is the oldest existing third party in the US. The party was an integral part of the temperance movement... ) 0.3% |
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Ralph Harvey Ralph Harvey Ralph Harvey was a U.S. Representative from Indiana.Born on a farm near Mount Summit, Indiana, Harvey attended the public schools.He graduated from Purdue University, Lafayette, Indiana, 1923.Agricultural instructor.... |
Republican | 1947 | Re-elected | Ralph Harvey Ralph Harvey Ralph Harvey was a U.S. Representative from Indiana.Born on a farm near Mount Summit, Indiana, Harvey attended the public schools.He graduated from Purdue University, Lafayette, Indiana, 1923.Agricultural instructor.... (R) 56.3% Gerald C. Carmony (D) 43.3% Thomas E. Booher (Proh Prohibition Party The Prohibition Party is a political party in the United States best known for its historic opposition to the sale or consumption of alcoholic beverages. It is the oldest existing third party in the US. The party was an integral part of the temperance movement... ) 0.4% |
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Charles B. Brownson Charles B. Brownson Charles Bruce Brownson was a U.S. Representative from Indiana.Born in Jackson, Michigan, Brownson moved with his parents to Flint, Michigan, in 1916.He attended the public schools.... |
Republican | 1950 | Re-elected | Charles B. Brownson Charles B. Brownson Charles Bruce Brownson was a U.S. Representative from Indiana.Born in Jackson, Michigan, Brownson moved with his parents to Flint, Michigan, in 1916.He attended the public schools.... (R) 59.4% John C. Carvey (D) 40.5% Paul W. Cox (Proh Prohibition Party The Prohibition Party is a political party in the United States best known for its historic opposition to the sale or consumption of alcoholic beverages. It is the oldest existing third party in the US. The party was an integral part of the temperance movement... ) 0.2% |
Iowa
District | Incumbent | Party | First elected |
Result | Candidates |
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Fred Schwengel Fred Schwengel Frederick Delbert Schwengel was a Republican U.S. Representative from southeastern Iowa.-Personal background:Born on a farm near Sheffield, Iowa, Schwengel attended the rural schools in West Fork Township and high schools in Chapin and Sheffield, Iowa... |
Republican | 1954 | Re-elected | Fred Schwengel Fred Schwengel Frederick Delbert Schwengel was a Republican U.S. Representative from southeastern Iowa.-Personal background:Born on a farm near Sheffield, Iowa, Schwengel attended the rural schools in West Fork Township and high schools in Chapin and Sheffield, Iowa... (R) 58.0% Ronald O. Bramhall (D) 42.0% |
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Henry O. Talle Henry O. Talle Henry Oscar Talle was an economics professor and a ten-term Republican U.S. Representative from eastern Iowa. He served in the United States Congress for twenty years from 1938 until 1958.-Background:... |
Republican | 1938 | Re-elected | Henry O. Talle Henry O. Talle Henry Oscar Talle was an economics professor and a ten-term Republican U.S. Representative from eastern Iowa. He served in the United States Congress for twenty years from 1938 until 1958.-Background:... (R) 51.4% Leonard G. Wolf (D) 48.6% |
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H. R. Gross | Republican | 1948 | Re-elected | H. R. Gross (R) 58.6% Michael Micich (D) 41.4% |
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Karl M. Le Compte Karl M. Le Compte Karl Miles Le Compte was a ten-term Republican U.S. Representative from south-central Iowa. He won ten consecutive races from 1938 to 1956, before choosing not to run again in 1958.... |
Republican | 1938 | Re-elected | Karl M. Le Compte Karl M. Le Compte Karl Miles Le Compte was a ten-term Republican U.S. Representative from south-central Iowa. He won ten consecutive races from 1938 to 1956, before choosing not to run again in 1958.... (R) 50.7% Steven V. Carter (D) 49.3% |
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Paul Cunningham | Republican | 1940 | Re-elected | Paul Cunningham (R) 51.1% William F. Denman (D) 48.9% |
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James I. Dolliver James I. Dolliver James Isaac Dolliver served six terms as a Republican U.S. Representative from Iowa's 6th congressional district, beginning in 1944. He was the nephew of U.S. Senator Jonathan Prentiss Dolliver of Iowa.... |
Republican | 1944 | Lost re-election Democratic gain |
Merwin Coad Merwin Coad Merwin Coad was a Democratic U.S. Representative from Iowa's 6th congressional district for six years—January 1957 to January 1963. His election snapped the Republican Party's fourteen-year hold on every U.S. House seat from Iowa.... (D) 50.1% James I. Dolliver (R) 49.9% |
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Ben F. Jensen Ben F. Jensen Benton Franklin Jensen served thirteen consecutive terms as a U.S. Representative from Iowa's 7th congressional district in the southwestern corner of the state. While on the floor of the U.S... |
Republican | 1938 | Re-elected | Ben F. Jensen Ben F. Jensen Benton Franklin Jensen served thirteen consecutive terms as a U.S. Representative from Iowa's 7th congressional district in the southwestern corner of the state. While on the floor of the U.S... (R) 55.4% John L. Jensen (D) 44.6% |
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Charles B. Hoeven Charles B. Hoeven Charles Bernard Hoeven held elective office for forty consecutive years. He was elected or re-elected eleven times to the U.S. House of Representatives to represent districts in northern Iowa... |
Republican | 1942 | Re-elected | Charles B. Hoeven Charles B. Hoeven Charles Bernard Hoeven held elective office for forty consecutive years. He was elected or re-elected eleven times to the U.S. House of Representatives to represent districts in northern Iowa... (R) 60.1% Robert J. Salem (D) 39.9% |
Kansas
District | Incumbent | Party | First elected |
Result | Candidates |
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William H. Avery William H. Avery (politician) William Henry Avery was an American Republican Party politician who served as the 37th Governor of Kansas from 1965 until 1967.-Life and career:... |
Republican | 1954 | Re-elected | William H. Avery William H. Avery (politician) William Henry Avery was an American Republican Party politician who served as the 37th Governor of Kansas from 1965 until 1967.-Life and career:... (R) 53.1% Howard Shultz Miller (D) 45.8% Howard Hadin (Proh Prohibition Party The Prohibition Party is a political party in the United States best known for its historic opposition to the sale or consumption of alcoholic beverages. It is the oldest existing third party in the US. The party was an integral part of the temperance movement... ) 1.1% |
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Errett P. Scrivner Errett P. Scrivner Errett Power Scrivner was a U.S. Representative from Kansas.Born in Newton, Kansas, Scrivner attended the grade schools and was graduated from Manual Training High School, Kansas City, Missouri.... |
Republican | 1943 | Re-elected | Errett P. Scrivner Errett P. Scrivner Errett Power Scrivner was a U.S. Representative from Kansas.Born in Newton, Kansas, Scrivner attended the grade schools and was graduated from Manual Training High School, Kansas City, Missouri.... (R) 54.9% Newell A. George (D) 45.1% |
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Myron V. George Myron V. George Myron Virgil George was a U.S. Representative from Kansas.Born in Erie, Kansas, George attended the grade schools and graduated from Labette County High School at Altamont, Kansas.... |
Republican | 1950 | Re-elected | Myron V. George Myron V. George Myron Virgil George was a U.S. Representative from Kansas.Born in Erie, Kansas, George attended the grade schools and graduated from Labette County High School at Altamont, Kansas.... (R) 55.0% Denver D. Hargis (D) 45.0% |
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Edward Herbert Rees Edward Herbert Rees Edward Herbert Rees was a U.S. Representative from Kansas. Born on a farm near Emporia, Kansas, Rees attended the public schools and the Kansas State Teachers' College at Emporia... |
Republican | 1936 | Re-elected | Edward Herbert Rees Edward Herbert Rees Edward Herbert Rees was a U.S. Representative from Kansas. Born on a farm near Emporia, Kansas, Rees attended the public schools and the Kansas State Teachers' College at Emporia... (R) 53.8% John D. Montgomery (D) 46.2% |
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Clifford R. Hope Clifford R. Hope Clifford R. Hope was a U.S. Representative from Kansas. Born in Birmingham, Iowa, Hope attended public schools and Nebraska Wesleyan University, in Lincoln, Nebraska. He served during the First World War, as a second lieutenant. He served in the Kansas House of Representatives... |
Republican | 1926 | Retired Democratic gain |
James Floyd Breeding James Floyd Breeding James Floyd Breeding was a U.S. Representative from Kansas.Born near Robinson, Kansas, Breeding was educated in grade schools, Moonlight, Kansas, and Berryton High School in Shawnee County, Kansas.... (D) 50.5% John W., Crutcher (R) 49.5% |
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Wint Smith Wint Smith Wint Smith was a U.S. Representative from Kansas.Born in Mankato, Kansas, Smith attended the public schools and was graduated from the Mankato High School.... |
Republican | 1946 | Re-elected | Wint Smith Wint Smith Wint Smith was a U.S. Representative from Kansas.Born in Mankato, Kansas, Smith attended the public schools and was graduated from the Mankato High School.... (R) 51.1% Elmo J. Mahoney (D) 48.9% |
Kentucky
District | Incumbent | Party | First elected |
Result | Candidates |
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Noble Jones Gregory Noble Jones Gregory Noble Jones Gregory , a Democrat, represented Kentucky in the United States House of Representatives.Gregory was born and raised in Mayfield, Kentucky. He worked in various positions at the First National Bank of Mayfield from 1917 through 1936... |
Democratic | 1936 | Re-elected | Noble Jones Gregory Noble Jones Gregory Noble Jones Gregory , a Democrat, represented Kentucky in the United States House of Representatives.Gregory was born and raised in Mayfield, Kentucky. He worked in various positions at the First National Bank of Mayfield from 1917 through 1936... (D) Unopposed |
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William Huston Natcher William Huston Natcher William Huston Natcher was a Democratic congressman, serving in the United States House of Representatives from 1953 to 1994.-Early life:... |
Democratic | 1953 | Re-elected | William Huston Natcher William Huston Natcher William Huston Natcher was a Democratic congressman, serving in the United States House of Representatives from 1953 to 1994.-Early life:... (D) 51.3% R. B. Blakenship (R) 48.7% |
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John M. Robsion, Jr. John M. Robsion, Jr. John Marshall Robsion, Jr. , a Republican, was a United States Representative from Kentucky from 1953 to 1959 and was the Republican nominee for Governor of Kentucky in 1959.Robsion was born in Barbourville... |
Republican | 1952 | Re-elected | John M. Robsion, Jr. John M. Robsion, Jr. John Marshall Robsion, Jr. , a Republican, was a United States Representative from Kentucky from 1953 to 1959 and was the Republican nominee for Governor of Kentucky in 1959.Robsion was born in Barbourville... (R) 56.8% Philip Ardery (D) 43.2% |
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Frank Chelf Frank Chelf Frank Leslie Chelf was a United States Representative from Kentucky. He was born on a farm near Elizabethtown, Kentucky. He attended the public schools as well as Centre College at Danville, Kentucky and St. Mary’s College... |
Democratic | 1944 | Re-elected | Frank Chelf Frank Chelf Frank Leslie Chelf was a United States Representative from Kentucky. He was born on a farm near Elizabethtown, Kentucky. He attended the public schools as well as Centre College at Danville, Kentucky and St. Mary’s College... (D) 56.3% John Basil Preston (R) 43.7% |
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Brent Spence Brent Spence right|300px|thumb|Group of legislators leaves [[White House]] after asking [[Franklin Roosevelt]] for $80,000,000 for flood control in [[Ohio Valley]], March 7, 1938. front: l-r [[Joseph A. Dixon]], [[James G. Polk]], [[Eugene B. Crowe]], [[George William Johnson |G W Johnson]], [[Lawrence E.... |
Democratic | 1930 | Re-elected | Brent Spence Brent Spence right|300px|thumb|Group of legislators leaves [[White House]] after asking [[Franklin Roosevelt]] for $80,000,000 for flood control in [[Ohio Valley]], March 7, 1938. front: l-r [[Joseph A. Dixon]], [[James G. Polk]], [[Eugene B. Crowe]], [[George William Johnson |G W Johnson]], [[Lawrence E.... (D) 55.9% Jule Appel (R) 44.1% |
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John C. Watts John C. Watts John Clarence Watts was a U.S. Representative from Kentucky.Born in Nicholasville, Kentucky, Watts attended the public schools.He was graduated from the University of Kentucky in 1925 and from its law school in 1927.... |
Democratic | 1951 | Re-elected | John C. Watts John C. Watts John Clarence Watts was a U.S. Representative from Kentucky.Born in Nicholasville, Kentucky, Watts attended the public schools.He was graduated from the University of Kentucky in 1925 and from its law school in 1927.... (D) 52.7% Wallace Jones (R) 47.3% |
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Carl D. Perkins Carl D. Perkins Carl Dewey Perkins , a Democrat, was a politician and member of the United States House of Representatives from the state of Kentucky.-Early years:Perkins was born in Hindman, Kentucky... |
Democratic | 1948 | Re-elected | Carl D. Perkins Carl D. Perkins Carl Dewey Perkins , a Democrat, was a politician and member of the United States House of Representatives from the state of Kentucky.-Early years:Perkins was born in Hindman, Kentucky... (D) 52.4% Scott Craft (R) 47.6% Florence Montague (Proh Prohibition Party The Prohibition Party is a political party in the United States best known for its historic opposition to the sale or consumption of alcoholic beverages. It is the oldest existing third party in the US. The party was an integral part of the temperance movement... ) 0.08% |
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Eugene Siler Eugene Siler Eugene Siler was a member of the United States House of Representatives from Kentucky between 1955 and 1965. He was the only member of the House of Representatives to oppose the Gulf of Tonkin Resolution... |
Republican | 1954 | Re-elected | Eugene Siler Eugene Siler Eugene Siler was a member of the United States House of Representatives from Kentucky between 1955 and 1965. He was the only member of the House of Representatives to oppose the Gulf of Tonkin Resolution... (R) 71.7% Mitchel S. Fannin (D) 28.3% |
Louisiana
District | Incumbent | Party | First elected |
Result | Candidates |
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F. Edward Hebert | Democratic | 1940 | Re-elected | F. Edward Hebert (D) Unopposed | |
Hale Boggs Hale Boggs Thomas Hale Boggs Sr. , was an American Democratic politician and a member of the U.S. House of Representatives from New Orleans, Louisiana... |
Democratic | 1946 | Re-elected | Hale Boggs Hale Boggs Thomas Hale Boggs Sr. , was an American Democratic politician and a member of the U.S. House of Representatives from New Orleans, Louisiana... (D) 64.5% George R. Blue (R) 35.5% |
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Edwin E. Willis Edwin E. Willis Edwin Edward Willis was an American politician and attorney from the U.S. state of Louisiana who was affiliated with the Long political faction. A Democrat, he served in the Louisiana State Senate during 1948 and in the United States House of Representatives from 1949 to 1969.-Early life:Willis... |
Democratic | 1948 | Re-elected | Edwin E. Willis Edwin E. Willis Edwin Edward Willis was an American politician and attorney from the U.S. state of Louisiana who was affiliated with the Long political faction. A Democrat, he served in the Louisiana State Senate during 1948 and in the United States House of Representatives from 1949 to 1969.-Early life:Willis... (D) Unopposed |
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Overton Brooks Overton Brooks Thomas Overton Brooks was a Democratic U.S. representative from the Shreveport-based Fourth Congressional District of northwest Louisiana, having served for a quarter century beginning on January 3, 1937. Brooks was a nephew of U.S. Senator John Holmes Overton as well as a great-grandson of Walter... |
Democratic | 1936 | Re-elected | Overton Brooks Overton Brooks Thomas Overton Brooks was a Democratic U.S. representative from the Shreveport-based Fourth Congressional District of northwest Louisiana, having served for a quarter century beginning on January 3, 1937. Brooks was a nephew of U.S. Senator John Holmes Overton as well as a great-grandson of Walter... (D) 68.1% Calhoun Allen, Jr. (R) 31.9% |
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Otto Passman Otto Passman Otto Ernest Passman was a conservative Democratic congressman from Monroe in northeastern Louisiana, who served from 1947 to 1977. He is primarily remembered for his detailed knowledge and mostly opposition to foreign aid... |
Democratic | 1946 | Re-elected | Otto Passman Otto Passman Otto Ernest Passman was a conservative Democratic congressman from Monroe in northeastern Louisiana, who served from 1947 to 1977. He is primarily remembered for his detailed knowledge and mostly opposition to foreign aid... (D) Unopposed |
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James H. Morrison James H. Morrison James Hobson "Jimmy" Morrison, Sr. , was a Democratic member of the United States House of Representatives from the Sixth Congressional District of Louisiana, who served from 1943 to 1967... |
Democratic | 1942 | Re-elected | James H. Morrison James H. Morrison James Hobson "Jimmy" Morrison, Sr. , was a Democratic member of the United States House of Representatives from the Sixth Congressional District of Louisiana, who served from 1943 to 1967... (D) Unopposed |
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T. Ashton Thompson T. Ashton Thompson Theo Ashton Thompson was a U.S. Representative from Louisiana.Born in Ville Platte in Evangeline Parish in south Louisiana, Thompson attended public schools and the Louisiana State University from 1932 to 1934, completing a course in higher accounting.Thompson was the traveling auditor for State... |
Democratic | 1952 | Re-elected | T. Ashton Thompson T. Ashton Thompson Theo Ashton Thompson was a U.S. Representative from Louisiana.Born in Ville Platte in Evangeline Parish in south Louisiana, Thompson attended public schools and the Louisiana State University from 1932 to 1934, completing a course in higher accounting.Thompson was the traveling auditor for State... (D) Unopposed |
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George S. Long George S. Long George Shannon "Doc" Long was a member of the powerful Long political dynasty in Louisiana and a Democratic U.S. representative from the defunct Eighth Congressional District from 1953-1958. The late Speedy O. Long of La Salle Parish, another member of the family, once jokingly compared George... |
Democratic | 1952 | Re-elected | George S. Long George S. Long George Shannon "Doc" Long was a member of the powerful Long political dynasty in Louisiana and a Democratic U.S. representative from the defunct Eighth Congressional District from 1953-1958. The late Speedy O. Long of La Salle Parish, another member of the family, once jokingly compared George... (D) Unopposed |
Maine
District | Incumbent | Party | First elected |
Result | Candidates |
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Robert Hale | Republican | 1942 | Re-elected | Robert Hale (R) 50.0% James C. Oliver (D) 50.0% |
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Charles P. Nelson Charles P. Nelson (congressman) Charles P. "Charlie" Nelson was a member of the US House of Representatives from Maine. He was born in Waterville, Maine, in 1907. He graduated from Cony High School in Augusta, Maine and from Colby College in Waterville. Later, he attended Harvard Law School, earning his Juris Doctor, and... |
Republican | 1948 | Retired Democratic gain |
Frank M. Coffin Frank M. Coffin Frank Morey Coffin was an American politician from Maine and a United States federal judge. He was a Democrat.-Early life, education, and career:... (D) 53.4% James L. Reid (R) 46.6% |
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Clifford McIntire | Republican | 1951 | Re-elected | Clifford McIntire (R) 60.6% Kenneth B. Colbath (D) 39.4% |
Maryland
District | Incumbent | Party | First elected |
Result | Candidates |
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Edward T. Miller Edward T. Miller Edward Tylor Miller , a republican, was a U.S. Congressman who represented the Maryland's 1st congressional district from 1947 to 1959.... |
Republican | 1946 | Re-elected | Edward T. Miller Edward T. Miller Edward Tylor Miller , a republican, was a U.S. Congressman who represented the Maryland's 1st congressional district from 1947 to 1959.... (R) 55.7% Hamilton P. Fox (D) 44.3% |
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James Devereaux | Republican | 1950 | Re-elected | James Devereaux (R) 58.1% A. Gordon Boone (D) 41.9% |
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Edward Garmatz Edward Garmatz Edward Alexander Garmatz , a Democrat, was a U.S. Congressman who represented the 3rd congressional district of Maryland from 1947 to 1973.... |
Democratic | 1947 | Re-elected | Edward Garmatz Edward Garmatz Edward Alexander Garmatz , a Democrat, was a U.S. Congressman who represented the 3rd congressional district of Maryland from 1947 to 1973.... (D) 69.7% Harry Kemper (R) 30.3% |
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George Hyde Fallon | Democratic | 1944 | Re-elected | George Hyde Fallon (D) 53.8% George Denys Hubbard (R) 46.2% |
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Richard E. Lankford | Democratic | 1954 | Re-elected | Richard E. Lankford (D) 56.8% William B. Prendergast (R) 43.2% |
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DeWitt Hyde DeWitt Hyde DeWitt Stephen Hyde was an American congressional representative from the sixth district of Maryland.-Birth and early years:... |
Republican | 1952 | Re-elected | DeWitt Hyde DeWitt Hyde DeWitt Stephen Hyde was an American congressional representative from the sixth district of Maryland.-Birth and early years:... (R) 54.2% John R. Foley (D) 45.8% |
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Samuel Friedel Samuel Friedel Samuel Nathaniel Friedel , a Democrat, was a U.S. Congressman who represented the 7th congressional district of Maryland from January 3, 1953 to January 3, 1971.... |
Democratic | 1952 | Re-elected | Samuel Friedel Samuel Friedel Samuel Nathaniel Friedel , a Democrat, was a U.S. Congressman who represented the 7th congressional district of Maryland from January 3, 1953 to January 3, 1971.... (D) 59.0% David A. Halley (R) 41.0% |
Massachusetts
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John W. Heselton John W. Heselton John Walter Heselton was a Republican member of the United States House of Representatives from January 3, 1945 until January 3, 1959. Heselton represented Massachusetts' first congressional district for seven consecutive terms.Heselton was born in Gardiner, Maine... |
Republican | 1944 | Re-elected | John W. Heselton John W. Heselton John Walter Heselton was a Republican member of the United States House of Representatives from January 3, 1945 until January 3, 1959. Heselton represented Massachusetts' first congressional district for seven consecutive terms.Heselton was born in Gardiner, Maine... (R) 63.6% Howard W. Shea (D) 36.0% Gaetano T. Maratea (Proh Prohibition Party The Prohibition Party is a political party in the United States best known for its historic opposition to the sale or consumption of alcoholic beverages. It is the oldest existing third party in the US. The party was an integral part of the temperance movement... ) 0.4% |
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Edward Boland Edward Boland Edward Patrick Boland was a politician from the state of Massachusetts. A Democrat, he was a representative from Massachusetts's 2nd congressional district.... |
Democratic | 1952 | Re-elected | Edward Boland Edward Boland Edward Patrick Boland was a politician from the state of Massachusetts. A Democrat, he was a representative from Massachusetts's 2nd congressional district.... (D) 61.2% Foster W. Doty (R) 38.8% |
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Philip Philbin | Democratic | 1942 | Re-elected | Philip Philbin (D) 70.9% Robert A. Parker (R) 29.1% |
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Harold Donohue Harold Donohue Harold Daniel Donohue was an American politician. He represented the third district and fourth district of Massachusetts in the United States House of Representatives from 1947-1974.... |
Democratic | 1946 | Re-elected | Harold Donohue Harold Donohue Harold Daniel Donohue was an American politician. He represented the third district and fourth district of Massachusetts in the United States House of Representatives from 1947-1974.... (D) 59.4% Mary R. Wheller (R) 40.6% |
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Edith Nourse Rogers Edith Nourse Rogers Edith Nourse Rogers was an American social welfare volunteer and politician who was one of the first women to serve in the United States Congress. She was the first woman elected to congress from Massachusetts... |
Republican | 1925 | Re-elected | Edith Nourse Rogers Edith Nourse Rogers Edith Nourse Rogers was an American social welfare volunteer and politician who was one of the first women to serve in the United States Congress. She was the first woman elected to congress from Massachusetts... (R) 73.3% Lawrence E. Corcoran (D) 26.7% |
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William H. Bates William H. Bates For William Horatio Bates, the alternative eye therapist, see William Bates . For the United States Navy submarine, see .William Henry Bates was a member of the United States House of Representatives notable for his staunch support of the United States Navy.Born in Salem, Massachusetts, he... |
Republican | 1950 | Re-elected | William H. Bates William H. Bates For William Horatio Bates, the alternative eye therapist, see William Bates . For the United States Navy submarine, see .William Henry Bates was a member of the United States House of Representatives notable for his staunch support of the United States Navy.Born in Salem, Massachusetts, he... (R) Unopposed |
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Thomas J. Lane Thomas J. Lane Thomas Joseph Lane was a U.S. Representative from Massachusetts from 1941 to 1963, notable for having been re-elected after serving time in federal prison.... |
Democratic | 1941 | Re-elected | Thomas J. Lane Thomas J. Lane Thomas Joseph Lane was a U.S. Representative from Massachusetts from 1941 to 1963, notable for having been re-elected after serving time in federal prison.... (D) 68.5% Robert T. Breed (R) 31.5% |
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Torbert H. MacDonald | Democratic | 1954 | Re-elected | Torbert H. MacDonald (D) 54.8% C. Eugene Farnam (R) 45.2% |
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Donald W. Nicholson Donald W. Nicholson Donald William Nicholson was a 20th century American politician from the state of Massachusetts. Born in Wareham, Massachusetts, he attended the public schools and took college extension courses. He first worked as a salesman, then during the First World War served overseas in the United States... |
Republican | 1947 | Re-elected | Donald W. Nicholson Donald W. Nicholson Donald William Nicholson was a 20th century American politician from the state of Massachusetts. Born in Wareham, Massachusetts, he attended the public schools and took college extension courses. He first worked as a salesman, then during the First World War served overseas in the United States... (R) 61.1% William McAuliffe (D) 38.9% |
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Laurence Curtis Laurence Curtis Laurence Curtis was a United States Representative from Massachusetts. He was born in Boston. He graduated from Groton School in 1912 and from Harvard University in 1916. He served in the Foreign Diplomatic Service... |
Republican | 1952 | Re-elected | Laurence Curtis Laurence Curtis Laurence Curtis was a United States Representative from Massachusetts. He was born in Boston. He graduated from Groton School in 1912 and from Harvard University in 1916. He served in the Foreign Diplomatic Service... (R) 53.0% Jackson J. Holtz (D) 47.0% |
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Tip O'Neill Tip O'Neill Thomas Phillip "Tip" O'Neill, Jr. was an American politician. O'Neill was an outspoken liberal Democrat and influential member of the U.S. Congress, serving in the House of Representatives for 34 years and representing two congressional districts in Massachusetts... |
Democratic | 1952 | Re-elected | Tip O'Neill Tip O'Neill Thomas Phillip "Tip" O'Neill, Jr. was an American politician. O'Neill was an outspoken liberal Democrat and influential member of the U.S. Congress, serving in the House of Representatives for 34 years and representing two congressional districts in Massachusetts... (D) 75.3% Rudolph E. Mottola (R) 24.7% |
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John William McCormack John William McCormack John William McCormack was an American politician from Boston, Massachusetts.McCormack served as a member of United States House of Representatives from 1928 until he retired from political life in 1971... |
Democratic | 1928 | Re-elected | John William McCormack John William McCormack John William McCormack was an American politician from Boston, Massachusetts.McCormack served as a member of United States House of Representatives from 1928 until he retired from political life in 1971... (D) 82.5% James S. Tremblay (R) 17.5% |
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Richard B. Wigglesworth | Republican | 1928 | Re-elected | Richard B. Wigglesworth (R) 55.6% Richard E. McCormack (D) 44.4% |
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Joseph William Martin, Jr. Joseph William Martin, Jr. Joseph William Martin, Jr. was a Republican Congressman and Speaker of the House from North Attleborough, Massachusetts. He was notably the only Republican to serve as Speaker between 1931 and 1995.... |
Republican | 1924 | Re-elected | Joseph William Martin, Jr. Joseph William Martin, Jr. Joseph William Martin, Jr. was a Republican Congressman and Speaker of the House from North Attleborough, Massachusetts. He was notably the only Republican to serve as Speaker between 1931 and 1995.... (R) 62.4% Edward F. Doolan (D) 37.6% |
Michigan
District | Incumbent | Party | First elected |
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Thaddeus M. Machrowicz Thaddeus M. Machrowicz Thaddeus Michael Machrowicz was a politician and judge from the U.S. state of Michigan.Machrowicz was born in Gostyń, Poland and immigrated to the United States with his parents in 1902. They settled in Chicago, Illinois, but later moved to Milwaukee, Wisconsin where he attended parochial school... |
Democratic | 1950 | Re-elected | Thaddeus M. Machrowicz Thaddeus M. Machrowicz Thaddeus Michael Machrowicz was a politician and judge from the U.S. state of Michigan.Machrowicz was born in Gostyń, Poland and immigrated to the United States with his parents in 1902. They settled in Chicago, Illinois, but later moved to Milwaukee, Wisconsin where he attended parochial school... (D) 86.1% Walter Czarnecki (R) 13.9% |
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George Meader George Meader George Meader was a politician from the U.S. state of Michigan.Meader was born in Benton Harbor, Michigan and attended the public schools of various cities in Michigan. He was a student at Ohio Wesleyan University from 1923 to 1925 and graduated from the University of Michigan, A.B. in 1927 and... |
Republican | 1950 | Re-elected | George Meader George Meader George Meader was a politician from the U.S. state of Michigan.Meader was born in Benton Harbor, Michigan and attended the public schools of various cities in Michigan. He was a student at Ohio Wesleyan University from 1923 to 1925 and graduated from the University of Michigan, A.B. in 1927 and... (R) 63.1% Franklin J. Shepherd (D) 36.6% Vernon R. Dunckel (Proh Prohibition Party The Prohibition Party is a political party in the United States best known for its historic opposition to the sale or consumption of alcoholic beverages. It is the oldest existing third party in the US. The party was an integral part of the temperance movement... ) 0.3% |
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August E. Johansen August E. Johansen August Edgar Johansen was a politician from the U.S. state of Michigan.-Biography:Johansen was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and attended the public schools in Battle Creek, Michigan. He attended Olivet College in 1922 and 1923, and Western Michigan College of Education in Kalamazoo in 1923... |
Republican | 1954 | Re-elected | August E. Johansen August E. Johansen August Edgar Johansen was a politician from the U.S. state of Michigan.-Biography:Johansen was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and attended the public schools in Battle Creek, Michigan. He attended Olivet College in 1922 and 1923, and Western Michigan College of Education in Kalamazoo in 1923... (R) 63.8% Truman Barkhuff (D) 35.8% Clarence O. Button (Proh Prohibition Party The Prohibition Party is a political party in the United States best known for its historic opposition to the sale or consumption of alcoholic beverages. It is the oldest existing third party in the US. The party was an integral part of the temperance movement... ) 0.5% |
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Clare E. Hoffman | Republican | 1934 | Re-elected | Clare E. Hoffman (R) 62.0% Samuel I. Clark (D) 38.0% |
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Gerald Ford Gerald Ford Gerald Rudolph "Jerry" Ford, Jr. was the 38th President of the United States, serving from 1974 to 1977, and the 40th Vice President of the United States serving from 1973 to 1974... |
Republican | 1948 | Re-elected | Gerald Ford Gerald Ford Gerald Rudolph "Jerry" Ford, Jr. was the 38th President of the United States, serving from 1974 to 1977, and the 40th Vice President of the United States serving from 1973 to 1974... (R) 67.1% George E. Clay (D) 32.9% |
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Donald Hayworth Donald Hayworth Donald Hayworth was a politician from the U.S. state of Michigan.Hayworth was born in Toledo, Iowa, and attended a country school in Mahaska County, Iowa, and high school in New Sharon, Iowa. He graduated from Grinnell College in 1918. During the First World War, he served as a private in the... |
Democratic | 1954 | Lost re-election Republican gain |
Charles E. Chamberlain Charles E. Chamberlain Charles Ernest Chamberlain was a politician from the U.S. state of Michigan.Chamberlain was born in Locke Township, Michigan and after graduating from Lansing Central High School in Lansing, went on to earn a B.S. degree in 1941 from the University of Virginia in Charlottesville. He earned an LL.B... (R) 50.8% Donald Hayworth (D) 49.0% Herbert E. Crouter (Proh Prohibition Party The Prohibition Party is a political party in the United States best known for its historic opposition to the sale or consumption of alcoholic beverages. It is the oldest existing third party in the US. The party was an integral part of the temperance movement... ) 0.2% |
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Jesse P. Wolcott Jesse P. Wolcott Jesse Paine Wolcott was a politician and soldier from the U.S. state of Michigan.Wolcott was born to William Bradford Wolcott and Lillie Betsy Wolcott in Gardner, Massachusetts and attended the common and high schools there... |
Republican | 1930 | Retired Republican hold |
Robert J. McIntosh Robert J. McIntosh Robert John McIntosh was a politician and pilot from the U.S. state of Michigan.McIntosh was born in Port Huron, Michigan and graduated from Port Huron High School in 1940. He attended Michigan State University, East Lansing from 1940 to 1944. He received a J.D... (R) 53.7% Ira D. McCoy (D) 46.3% |
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Alvin Morell Bentley Alvin Morell Bentley Alvin Morell Bentley III was a politician from the U.S. state of Michigan. As a U.S. representative, he made national headlines as one of the victims of the 1954 U.S. Capitol shootings.-Early years:... |
Republican | 1952 | Re-elected | Alvin Morell Bentley Alvin Morell Bentley Alvin Morell Bentley III was a politician from the U.S. state of Michigan. As a U.S. representative, he made national headlines as one of the victims of the 1954 U.S. Capitol shootings.-Early years:... (R) 64.1% William R. Hart (D) 35.6% D. Ruth Larson (Proh Prohibition Party The Prohibition Party is a political party in the United States best known for its historic opposition to the sale or consumption of alcoholic beverages. It is the oldest existing third party in the US. The party was an integral part of the temperance movement... ) 0.3% |
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Ruth Thompson Ruth Thompson Ruth Thompson was a Republican politician from the U.S. state of Michigan.-Biography:Thompson was born in Whitehall, Michigan and attended the public schools. She graduated from Muskegon Business College of nearby Muskegon in 1905, and became a lawyer with a private practice... |
Republican | 1950 | Lost renomination Republican hold |
Robert P. Griffin Robert P. Griffin Robert Paul Griffin was a U.S. Representative, U.S. Senator from the state of Michigan and Justice of the Michigan Supreme Court.... (R) 56.0% William E. Baker (D) 44.0% |
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Elford Albin Cederberg Elford Albin Cederberg Elford Albin "Al" Cederberg was a politician from the U.S. state of Michigan.-Biography:Cederberg was born to dairy farmers Albin and Helen Cederberg in Bay City, Michigan, where he attended the public schools and at Bay City Junior College .He entered the United States Army in April 1941, and... |
Republican | 1952 | Re-elected | Elford Albin Cederberg Elford Albin Cederberg Elford Albin "Al" Cederberg was a politician from the U.S. state of Michigan.-Biography:Cederberg was born to dairy farmers Albin and Helen Cederberg in Bay City, Michigan, where he attended the public schools and at Bay City Junior College .He entered the United States Army in April 1941, and... (R) 65.6% William J. Kelly (D) 34.4% |
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Victor A. Knox Victor A. Knox Victor Alfred Knox was a politician from the U.S. state of Michigan.Knox was born on a farm in Chippewa County, Michigan, near Sault Ste. Marie. He attended the public schools and engaged in farming until 1943. He was the treasurer of Soo Township in 1923 and 1924, and Chippewa County supervisor,... |
Republican | 1952 | Re-elected | Victor A. Knox Victor A. Knox Victor Alfred Knox was a politician from the U.S. state of Michigan.Knox was born on a farm in Chippewa County, Michigan, near Sault Ste. Marie. He attended the public schools and engaged in farming until 1943. He was the treasurer of Soo Township in 1923 and 1924, and Chippewa County supervisor,... (R) 56.1% Prentiss M. Brown, Jr. (D) 43.9% |
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John B. Bennett John B. Bennett John Bonifas Bennett was a politician from the U.S. state of Michigan.Bennett was born in Garden, Michigan, attended the public schools there and graduated from Watersmeet High School... |
Republican | 1946 | Re-elected | John B. Bennett John B. Bennett John Bonifas Bennett was a politician from the U.S. state of Michigan.Bennett was born in Garden, Michigan, attended the public schools there and graduated from Watersmeet High School... (R) 56.3% Joseph S. Mack (D) 43.7% |
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Charles Diggs Charles Diggs Charles Coles Diggs, Jr. was an African-American politician from the U.S. state of Michigan. Diggs was an early member of the civil rights movement, having been present at the murder trial of Emmett Till and elected the first chairman of the Congressional Black Caucus.Diggs resigned from the... |
Democratic | 1954 | Re-elected | Charles Diggs Charles Diggs Charles Coles Diggs, Jr. was an African-American politician from the U.S. state of Michigan. Diggs was an early member of the civil rights movement, having been present at the murder trial of Emmett Till and elected the first chairman of the Congressional Black Caucus.Diggs resigned from the... (D) 69.8% Willis F. Ward (R) 30.2% |
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Louis C. Rabaut Louis C. Rabaut Louis Charles Rabaut was politician from the U.S. state of Michigan. He was a Democratic congressman representing Michigan's 14th congressional district from 1935 to 1947, and from 1949 to 1961... |
Democratic | 1948 | Re-elected | Louis C. Rabaut Louis C. Rabaut Louis Charles Rabaut was politician from the U.S. state of Michigan. He was a Democratic congressman representing Michigan's 14th congressional district from 1935 to 1947, and from 1949 to 1961... (D) 56.8% Harold F. Youngblood (R) 43.2% |
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John D. Dingell, Jr. | Democratic | 1955 | Re-elected | John D. Dingell, Jr. (D) 74.1% Larry Middleton (R) 25.8% Roxann Higgs (Proh Prohibition Party The Prohibition Party is a political party in the United States best known for its historic opposition to the sale or consumption of alcoholic beverages. It is the oldest existing third party in the US. The party was an integral part of the temperance movement... ) 0.1% |
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John Lesinski, Sr. John Lesinski, Sr. John Lesinski, Sr. was a politician from the U.S. state of Michigan. He was the father of John Lesinski, Jr., who took his seat in the United States House of Representatives upon his father's death.... |
Democratic | 1932 | Re-elected | John Lesinski, Sr. John Lesinski, Sr. John Lesinski, Sr. was a politician from the U.S. state of Michigan. He was the father of John Lesinski, Jr., who took his seat in the United States House of Representatives upon his father's death.... (D) 64.1% Arthur Kurtz (R) 35.6% Earl A. Johnson (Proh Prohibition Party The Prohibition Party is a political party in the United States best known for its historic opposition to the sale or consumption of alcoholic beverages. It is the oldest existing third party in the US. The party was an integral part of the temperance movement... ) 0.3% |
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Martha W. Griffiths | Democratic | 1954 | Re-elected | Martha W. Griffiths (D) 53.3% George E. Smith (R) 46.5% Walter D. Carpenter (Proh Prohibition Party The Prohibition Party is a political party in the United States best known for its historic opposition to the sale or consumption of alcoholic beverages. It is the oldest existing third party in the US. The party was an integral part of the temperance movement... ) 0.2% |
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George A. Dondero | Republican | 1932 | Retired Republican hold |
William Broomfield William Broomfield William S. Broomfield, or Bill Broomfield, is a retired politician from the U.S. state of Michigan.-Early life:Broomfield was born in Royal Oak, Michigan. He graduated from high school in 1940 and attended Michigan State College at East Lansing. During the Second World War, he served in the... (R) 56.7% Paul Sutton (D) 43.3% |
Minnesota
District | Incumbent | Party | First elected |
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August H. Andresen | Republican | 1934 | Re-elected | August H. Andresen (R) 61.5% Arnold L. Fredriksen (DFL) 38.5% |
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Joseph P. O'Hara Joseph P. O'Hara Joseph Patrick O'Hara was a U.S. Representative from Minnesota.-Early life:O'Hara was born in Tipton, Cedar County, Iowa, on January 23, 1895. He attended the public schools and graduated from Spirit Lake, Iowa, High School... |
Republican | 1940 | Re-elected | Joseph P. O'Hara Joseph P. O'Hara Joseph Patrick O'Hara was a U.S. Representative from Minnesota.-Early life:O'Hara was born in Tipton, Cedar County, Iowa, on January 23, 1895. He attended the public schools and graduated from Spirit Lake, Iowa, High School... (R) 63.8% Harold Zupp (DFL) 36.2% |
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Roy W. Wier | Democratic | 1948 | Re-elected | Roy W. Wier (DFL) 52.0% George Mikan (R) 48.0% |
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Eugene McCarthy Eugene McCarthy Eugene Joseph "Gene" McCarthy was an American politician, poet, and a long-time member of the United States Congress from Minnesota. He served in the U.S. House of Representatives from 1949 to 1959 and the U.S. Senate from 1959 to 1971.In the 1968 presidential election, McCarthy was the first... |
Democratic | 1948 | Re-elected | Eugene McCarthy Eugene McCarthy Eugene Joseph "Gene" McCarthy was an American politician, poet, and a long-time member of the United States Congress from Minnesota. He served in the U.S. House of Representatives from 1949 to 1959 and the U.S. Senate from 1959 to 1971.In the 1968 presidential election, McCarthy was the first... (DFL) 64.1% Edward C. Slettedahl (R) 35.9% |
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Walter Judd Walter Judd Walter Henry Judd was an American politician best known for his battle in Congress to define the conservative position on China as all-out support for the Nationalists under Chiang Kai-sheck and opposition to the Communists under Mao... |
Republican | 1942 | Re-elected | Walter Judd Walter Judd Walter Henry Judd was an American politician best known for his battle in Congress to define the conservative position on China as all-out support for the Nationalists under Chiang Kai-sheck and opposition to the Communists under Mao... (R) 56.0% Joseph Robbie (DFL) 44.0% |
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Fred Marshall Fred Marshall Fred Marshall, , was a member of the United States House of Representatives from the U.S. state of Minnesota.... |
Democratic | 1948 | Re-elected | Fred Marshall Fred Marshall Fred Marshall, , was a member of the United States House of Representatives from the U.S. state of Minnesota.... (DFL) 56.2% Joseph L. Kaczmarek (R) 43.8% |
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H. Carl Andersen | Republican | 1938 | Re-elected | H. Carl Andersen (R) 55.9% Clint Haroldson (DFL) 44.1% |
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John Blatnik John Blatnik John Anton Blatnik was a United States Congressman from Minnesota. He was a member of the Minnesota Democratic-Farmer-Labor Party , which is affiliated with the Democratic Party.... |
Democratic | 1946 | Re-elected | John Blatnik John Blatnik John Anton Blatnik was a United States Congressman from Minnesota. He was a member of the Minnesota Democratic-Farmer-Labor Party , which is affiliated with the Democratic Party.... (DFL) 73.2% Alfred J. Weinberg (R) 26.8% |
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Coya Knutson Coya Knutson Cornelia Genevive Gjesdal "Coya" Knutson was an American politician from the U.S. state of Minnesota. She served two terms in the Minnesota House of Representatives, from 1951 to 1955, before winning election to the U.S. House of Representatives from Minnesota's 9th congressional district as a... |
Democratic | 1954 | Re-elected | Coya Knutson Coya Knutson Cornelia Genevive Gjesdal "Coya" Knutson was an American politician from the U.S. state of Minnesota. She served two terms in the Minnesota House of Representatives, from 1951 to 1955, before winning election to the U.S. House of Representatives from Minnesota's 9th congressional district as a... (DFL) 52.7% Harold Hagen (R) 47.3% |
Mississippi
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Thomas Abernethy Thomas Abernethy Thomas Gerstle Abernethy was a member of the United States House of Representatives. He was born in Eupora, Mississippi. He attended the local public schools.... |
Democratic | 1942 | Re-elected | Thomas Abernethy Thomas Abernethy Thomas Gerstle Abernethy was a member of the United States House of Representatives. He was born in Eupora, Mississippi. He attended the local public schools.... (D) Unopposed |
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Jamie L. Whitten Jamie L. Whitten Jamie Lloyd Whitten was a United States Representative from Mississippi, who was of English and Swedish descent. He is the second-longest serving U.S. Representative ever and the fourth longest serving U.S. member of Congress ever.-Early life:Jamie Whitten was born in Cascilla, Mississippi... |
Democratic | 1941 | Re-elected | Jamie L. Whitten Jamie L. Whitten Jamie Lloyd Whitten was a United States Representative from Mississippi, who was of English and Swedish descent. He is the second-longest serving U.S. Representative ever and the fourth longest serving U.S. member of Congress ever.-Early life:Jamie Whitten was born in Cascilla, Mississippi... (D) Unopposed |
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Frank E. Smith Frank E. Smith Frank Ellis Smith was a U.S. Representative from Mississippi.Born in Sidon, Mississippi, Smith attended the public schools of Sidon and Greenwood, Mississippi.... |
Democratic | 1950 | Re-elected | Frank E. Smith Frank E. Smith Frank Ellis Smith was a U.S. Representative from Mississippi.Born in Sidon, Mississippi, Smith attended the public schools of Sidon and Greenwood, Mississippi.... (D) Unopposed |
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John Bell Williams John Bell Williams John Bell Williams was an American Democratic politician who was governor of Mississippi from 1968 to 1972.-Biography:... |
Democratic | 1946 | Re-elected | John Bell Williams John Bell Williams John Bell Williams was an American Democratic politician who was governor of Mississippi from 1968 to 1972.-Biography:... (D) Unopposed |
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W. Arthur Winstead W. Arthur Winstead William Arthur Winstead was a U.S. Representative from Mississippi.Born near Philadelphia, Mississippi, Winstead attended the public schools Clarke Memorial College, in Newton, Mississippi, and the University of Alabama at Tuscaloosa.He graduated from Mississippi Southern College at Hattiesburg in... |
Democratic | 1942 | Re-elected | W. Arthur Winstead W. Arthur Winstead William Arthur Winstead was a U.S. Representative from Mississippi.Born near Philadelphia, Mississippi, Winstead attended the public schools Clarke Memorial College, in Newton, Mississippi, and the University of Alabama at Tuscaloosa.He graduated from Mississippi Southern College at Hattiesburg in... (D) Unopposed |
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William M. Colmer William M. Colmer William Meyers Colmer was a Mississippi politician.Colmer was born in Moss Point, Mississippi, and attended Millsaps College... |
Democratic | 1932 | Re-elected | William M. Colmer William M. Colmer William Meyers Colmer was a Mississippi politician.Colmer was born in Moss Point, Mississippi, and attended Millsaps College... (D) Unopposed |
Missouri
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Frank M. Karsten Frank M. Karsten Frank Melvin Karsten was a Democratic United States Representative from Missouri.Born in San Antonio, Texas, Karsten graduated from Beaumont High School, St... |
Democratic | 1946 | Re-elected | Frank M. Karsten Frank M. Karsten Frank Melvin Karsten was a Democratic United States Representative from Missouri.Born in San Antonio, Texas, Karsten graduated from Beaumont High School, St... (D) 66.3% Bill Bangert (R) 33.7% |
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Thomas B. Curtis Thomas B. Curtis Thomas Bradford Curtis was a U.S. Representative from Missouri.Born in St. Louis, Missouri, Curtis attended the public schools of Webster Groves, Missouri. He attended Dartmouth College in Hanover, New Hampshire, earning an A.B. in 1932. He was admitted to the bar in 1934 and commenced the... |
Republican | 1950 | Re-elected | Thomas B. Curtis Thomas B. Curtis Thomas Bradford Curtis was a U.S. Representative from Missouri.Born in St. Louis, Missouri, Curtis attended the public schools of Webster Groves, Missouri. He attended Dartmouth College in Hanover, New Hampshire, earning an A.B. in 1932. He was admitted to the bar in 1934 and commenced the... (R) 51.8% James L. Sullivan (D) 48.2% |
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Leonor Sullivan Leonor Sullivan Leonor Kretzer Sullivan was a member of the United States House of Representatives from Missouri. She was a Democrat and the first woman in Congress from Missouri.... |
Democratic | 1952 | Re-elected | Leonor Sullivan Leonor Sullivan Leonor Kretzer Sullivan was a member of the United States House of Representatives from Missouri. She was a Democrat and the first woman in Congress from Missouri.... (D) 69.6% Sidney R. Redmond (R) 30.4% |
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George H. Christopher George H. Christopher George Henry Christopher was a Democratic Party representative from Missouri's 6th congressional district from and from the Missouri's 4th congressional district from January 3, 1955 until his death January 23, 1959.He was born on a farm in Bates County, Missouri near Butler, Missouri... |
Democratic | 1954 | Re-elected | George H. Christopher George H. Christopher George Henry Christopher was a Democratic Party representative from Missouri's 6th congressional district from and from the Missouri's 4th congressional district from January 3, 1955 until his death January 23, 1959.He was born on a farm in Bates County, Missouri near Butler, Missouri... (D) 51.8% Jeffrey P. Hillelson (R) 48.2% |
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Richard Bolling | Democratic | 1948 | Re-elected | Richard Bolling (D) 57.2% Lem T. Jones, Jr. (R) 42.8% |
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William Raleigh Hull, Jr. William Raleigh Hull, Jr. William Raleigh Hull, Jr. was a U.S. Representative from Missouri's 6th congressional district. He was born in Weston, Missouri into a prominent tobacco raising family. He was co-owner of Hull’s Tobacco Warehouse in Weston, director of First National Bank, Leavenworth, Kansas and a mayor of... |
Democratic | 1954 | Re-elected | William Raleigh Hull, Jr. William Raleigh Hull, Jr. William Raleigh Hull, Jr. was a U.S. Representative from Missouri's 6th congressional district. He was born in Weston, Missouri into a prominent tobacco raising family. He was co-owner of Hull’s Tobacco Warehouse in Weston, director of First National Bank, Leavenworth, Kansas and a mayor of... (D) 52.0% Stanley I. Dale (R) 48.0% |
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Dewey Short | Republican | 1934 | Lost re-election Democratic gain |
Charles Harrison Brown Charles Harrison Brown Charles Harrison Brown , known as Charlie Brown, was a two-term U.S. representative from Missouri from the 7th Congressional District.... (D) 50.3% Dewey Short (R) 49.7% |
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A. S. J. Carnahan A. S. J. Carnahan Albert Sidney Johnson Carnahan was an American politician. He was a member of the United States House of Representatives for southeastern Missouri for 14 years, as well as the first member of the Carnahan Family to serve in public office.-Early life:Carnahan was born near Ellsinore, Missouri, and... |
Democratic | 1948 | Re-elected | A. S. J. Carnahan A. S. J. Carnahan Albert Sidney Johnson Carnahan was an American politician. He was a member of the United States House of Representatives for southeastern Missouri for 14 years, as well as the first member of the Carnahan Family to serve in public office.-Early life:Carnahan was born near Ellsinore, Missouri, and... (D) 54.3% Frank W. May (R) 45.7% |
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Clarence Cannon Clarence Cannon Clarence Andrew Cannon was a Democratic Congressmember from Missouri. He was a notable parliamentarian and chaired the U.S. House Committee on Appropriations.-Biography:... |
Democratic | 1922 | Re-elected | Clarence Cannon Clarence Cannon Clarence Andrew Cannon was a Democratic Congressmember from Missouri. He was a notable parliamentarian and chaired the U.S. House Committee on Appropriations.-Biography:... (D) Unopposed |
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Paul C. Jones Paul C. Jones Paul Caruthers Jones was a U.S. Representative from Missouri.Born in Kennett, Missouri, Jones attended the Kennett public schools. He was graduated from the University of Missouri with a B.J. degree in 1923. He served as a member of the Kennett city council from 1931 to 1933 and as mayor of... |
Democratic | 1948 | Re-elected | Paul C. Jones Paul C. Jones Paul Caruthers Jones was a U.S. Representative from Missouri.Born in Kennett, Missouri, Jones attended the Kennett public schools. He was graduated from the University of Missouri with a B.J. degree in 1923. He served as a member of the Kennett city council from 1931 to 1933 and as mayor of... (D) Unopposed |
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Morgan M. Moulder Morgan M. Moulder Morgan Moore Moulder was a U.S. Representative from Missouri.Born in Linn Creek, Missouri, Moulder attended the public schools of Linn Creek and Lebanon, Missouri, and the University of Missouri.... |
Democratic | 1948 | Re-elected | Morgan M. Moulder Morgan M. Moulder Morgan Moore Moulder was a U.S. Representative from Missouri.Born in Linn Creek, Missouri, Moulder attended the public schools of Linn Creek and Lebanon, Missouri, and the University of Missouri.... (D) 50.8% George H. Miller (R) 49.2% |
Montana
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Lee Metcalf Lee Metcalf Lee Warren Metcalf was an American politician of the Democratic Party and was a United States Representative, and a United States Senator from Montana.... |
Democratic | 1952 | Re-elected | Lee Metcalf Lee Metcalf Lee Warren Metcalf was an American politician of the Democratic Party and was a United States Representative, and a United States Senator from Montana.... (D) 62.1% Bill McDonald (R) 37.9% |
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Orvin B. Fjare Orvin B. Fjare Orvin Benonie Fjare was a U.S. Representative from Montana.Born on a ranch near Big Timber, Montana, Fjare attended public schools. He was employed as a clerk in a clothing store at Big Timber, Montana, and later became part owner... |
Republican | 1954 | Lost re-election Democratic gain |
LeRoy H. Anderson LeRoy H. Anderson LeRoy Hagen Anderson was a U.S. Representative from Montana.Born in Ellendale, North Dakota, Anderson moved with his parents to Conrad, Montana, in 1909. He graduated with a B. S... (D) 50.9% Orvin B. Fjare (R) 49.1% |
Nebraska
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Phillip Hart Weaver Phillip Hart Weaver Phillip Hart Weaver was a Nebraska Republican politician, who was also the son of former Nebraska governor Arthur J. Weaver and grandson of former representative Archibald Jerard Weaver.... |
Republican | 1954 | Re-elected | Phillip Hart Weaver Phillip Hart Weaver Phillip Hart Weaver was a Nebraska Republican politician, who was also the son of former Nebraska governor Arthur J. Weaver and grandson of former representative Archibald Jerard Weaver.... (R) 67.0% Samuel Freeman (D) 33.0% |
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Jackson B. Chase Jackson B. Chase Jackson Burton Chase was a Nebraska Republican politician.-Early life:He was born in Seward, Nebraska on August 19, 1890 and lived in California and Illinois while working for Burlington Railroad. He graduated from high school in Omaha, Nebraska in 1907 and was worked for John Deere Plow Co... |
Republican | 1954 | Retired Republican hold |
Glenn Cunningham Glenn Cunningham (Nebraska) Glenn Clarence Cunningham was a Nebraska Republican politician.He was born in Omaha, Nebraska on September 10, 1912 and graduated from the University of Nebraska at Omaha in 1935. He sold insurance for a while. From 1946 to 1948 he was a member of the Omaha board of education and a member of... (R) 53.4% Joseph V. Benesch (D) 45.0% Al Misegadis (W/I Write-in candidate A write-in candidate is a candidate in an election whose name does not appear on the ballot, but for whom voters may vote nonetheless by writing in the person's name. Some states and local jurisdictions allow a voter to affix a sticker with a write-in candidate's name on it to the ballot in lieu... ) 1.7% |
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Robert Dinsmore Harrison Robert Dinsmore Harrison Robert Dinsmore Harrison was a Nebraska Republican politician.Born on a farm near Panama, Nebraska on January 26, 1897, he graduated from Peru State College in 1926. He also graduated from University of California in 1928 and University of Nebraska in 1934. In 1918 to 1919, during World War I, he... |
Republican | 1951 | Re-elected | Robert Dinsmore Harrison Robert Dinsmore Harrison Robert Dinsmore Harrison was a Nebraska Republican politician.Born on a farm near Panama, Nebraska on January 26, 1897, he graduated from Peru State College in 1926. He also graduated from University of California in 1928 and University of Nebraska in 1934. In 1918 to 1919, during World War I, he... (R) 50.1% Lawrence Brock (D) 49.9% |
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Arthur L. Miller Arthur L. Miller Arthur Lewis Miller was a Nebraska Republican politician.Born on a farm near Plainview, Nebraska, he graduated from the Plainview High School in 1911 and from Loyola Medical School in Chicago in 1918. He then taught rural school in Plainview from 1911 to 1913. He was a member of the United... |
Republican | 1942 | Re-elected | Arthur L. Miller Arthur L. Miller Arthur Lewis Miller was a Nebraska Republican politician.Born on a farm near Plainview, Nebraska, he graduated from the Plainview High School in 1911 and from Loyola Medical School in Chicago in 1918. He then taught rural school in Plainview from 1911 to 1913. He was a member of the United... (R) 65.7% Carlton W. Laird (D) 34.3% |
Nevada
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Clarence Clifton Young Clarence Clifton Young Clarence Clifton Young was a United States congressman from Nevada.A Republican, Young was elected to the U.S. House of Representatives from the state's at-large district in 1952 and reeelected in 1954... |
Republican | 1952 | Retired to run for U. S. Senate Democratic gain |
Walter S. Baring, Jr. Walter S. Baring, Jr. Walter Stephan Baring, Jr. was a United States Representative from Nevada.Baring came from a political family. His father served on the Esmarelda County Commission for a while, until he moved the family to Reno, Nevada. His father then managed a furniture store. Baring graduated from the... (D) 54.2% Richard W. Horton (R) 45.8% |
New Hampshire
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Chester Earl Merrow Chester Earl Merrow Chester Earl Merrow was a U.S. Representative from New Hampshire.Born in Center Ossipee, New Hampshire, Merrow attended the public schools and Brewster Free Academy in Wolfeboro from 1921 to 1925... |
Republican | 1942 | Re-elected | Chester Earl Merrow Chester Earl Merrow Chester Earl Merrow was a U.S. Representative from New Hampshire.Born in Center Ossipee, New Hampshire, Merrow attended the public schools and Brewster Free Academy in Wolfeboro from 1921 to 1925... (R) 57.4% James B. Sullivan (D) 42.6% |
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Perkins Bass Perkins Bass Perkins Bass was an American elected official from the state of New Hampshire, including four terms as a U.S. Representative from 1955-63.-Biography:... |
Republican | 1954 | Re-elected | Perkins Bass Perkins Bass Perkins Bass was an American elected official from the state of New Hampshire, including four terms as a U.S. Representative from 1955-63.-Biography:... (R) 65.9% George F. Brown (D) 34.1% |
New Jersey
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Charles A. Wolverton Charles A. Wolverton Charles Anderson Wolverton was a Republican Party politician who represented New Jersey's 1st congressional district in the United States House of Representatives for nearly 32 years, from 1927 to 1959.After receiving a law degree from the University of Pennsylvania in 1900, Wolverton practiced... |
Republican | 1926 | Re-elected | Charles A. Wolverton Charles A. Wolverton Charles Anderson Wolverton was a Republican Party politician who represented New Jersey's 1st congressional district in the United States House of Representatives for nearly 32 years, from 1927 to 1959.After receiving a law degree from the University of Pennsylvania in 1900, Wolverton practiced... (R) 58.3% J. Frank Crawford (D) 41.5% Bernardo S. Doganiero (Soc-Lab Socialist Labor Party of America The Socialist Labor Party of America , established in 1876 as the Workingmen's Party, is the oldest socialist political party in the United States and the second oldest socialist party in the world. Originally known as the Workingmen's Party of America, the party changed its name in 1877 and has... ) 0.2% |
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T. Millet Hand T. Millet Hand Thomas Millet Hand was an American Republican Party politician who represented New Jersey's 2nd congressional district in the United States House of Representatives from 1945-1957.-Biography:Hand was born in Cape May, New Jersey on July 7, 1902, and attended the local public schools... |
Republican | 1944 | Re-elected | T. Millet Hand T. Millet Hand Thomas Millet Hand was an American Republican Party politician who represented New Jersey's 2nd congressional district in the United States House of Representatives from 1945-1957.-Biography:Hand was born in Cape May, New Jersey on July 7, 1902, and attended the local public schools... (R) 67.8% Thomas C. Stewart (D) 32.0% Morris Karp (Soc-Lab Socialist Labor Party of America The Socialist Labor Party of America , established in 1876 as the Workingmen's Party, is the oldest socialist political party in the United States and the second oldest socialist party in the world. Originally known as the Workingmen's Party of America, the party changed its name in 1877 and has... ) 0.1% |
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James C. Auchincloss James C. Auchincloss James Coats Auchincloss was an American businessman and Republican Party politician who represented in the United States House of Representatives from 1943–1965.... |
Republican | 1942 | Re-elected | James C. Auchincloss James C. Auchincloss James Coats Auchincloss was an American businessman and Republican Party politician who represented in the United States House of Representatives from 1943–1965.... (R) 65.3% Sidney Shiff (D) 34.7% |
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Frank Thompson Frank Thompson Frank Thompson, Jr. was a Democratic Party politician from New Jersey. Thompson represented in the United States House of Representatives from 1955 to 1980.... |
Democratic | 1954 | Re-elected | Frank Thompson Frank Thompson Frank Thompson, Jr. was a Democratic Party politician from New Jersey. Thompson represented in the United States House of Representatives from 1955 to 1980.... (D) 54.5% William H. Wells (R) 45.5% |
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Peter Frelinghuysen, Jr. Peter Frelinghuysen, Jr. Peter Hood Ballantine Frelinghuysen II represented New Jersey in the United States House of Representatives as a Republican from 1953 to 1975.-Biography:... |
Republican | 1952 | Re-elected | Peter Frelinghuysen, Jr. Peter Frelinghuysen, Jr. Peter Hood Ballantine Frelinghuysen II represented New Jersey in the United States House of Representatives as a Republican from 1953 to 1975.-Biography:... (R) 64.5% Francis C. Foley, Jr. (D) 35.4% Harry Press (Soc-Lab Socialist Labor Party of America The Socialist Labor Party of America , established in 1876 as the Workingmen's Party, is the oldest socialist political party in the United States and the second oldest socialist party in the world. Originally known as the Workingmen's Party of America, the party changed its name in 1877 and has... ) 0.2% |
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Harrison A. Williams Harrison A. Williams Harrison Arlington "Pete" Williams, Jr. was a Democrat who represented New Jersey in both the United States House of Representatives and the United States Senate . Williams was convicted on May 1, 1981 for taking bribes in the Abscam sting operation, and resigned from the U.S. Senate in 1982... |
Democratic | 1953 | Lost re-election Republican gain |
Florence P. Dwyer Florence P. Dwyer Florence Price "Flo" Dwyer , born Florence Louise Price in Reading, Pennsylvania, was an American Republican Party politician and U.S. Representative for New Jersey's 6th and 12th Congressional Districts... (R) 50.6% Harrison A. Williams (D) 48.5% Ithamar Quigley (Proh Prohibition Party The Prohibition Party is a political party in the United States best known for its historic opposition to the sale or consumption of alcoholic beverages. It is the oldest existing third party in the US. The party was an integral part of the temperance movement... ) 0.9% |
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William B. Widnall William B. Widnall William Beck Widnall was a member of the United States House of Representatives for 24 years representing the 7th district of New Jersey as a Republican.... |
Republican | 1950 | Re-elected | William B. Widnall William B. Widnall William Beck Widnall was a member of the United States House of Representatives for 24 years representing the 7th district of New Jersey as a Republican.... (R) 70.7% Daniel Amster (D) 29.3% |
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Gordon Canfield Gordon Canfield Gordon Canfield was an American lawyer and politician. Canfield, a Republican, was first a secretary under the United States Representative for New Jersey's 8th District, George N... |
Republican | 1940 | Re-elected | Gordon Canfield Gordon Canfield Gordon Canfield was an American lawyer and politician. Canfield, a Republican, was first a secretary under the United States Representative for New Jersey's 8th District, George N... (R) 60.8% Walter H. Gardner (D) 38.7% Harry Santhouse (Soc-Lab Socialist Labor Party of America The Socialist Labor Party of America , established in 1876 as the Workingmen's Party, is the oldest socialist political party in the United States and the second oldest socialist party in the world. Originally known as the Workingmen's Party of America, the party changed its name in 1877 and has... ) 0.4% Stephen Bell (American Third Party) 0.09% |
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Frank C. Osmers, Jr. Frank C. Osmers, Jr. Frank C. Osmers, Jr. was an American Republican Party politician who represented New Jersey's 9th congressional district in the United States House of Representatives from 1939–1943 and again from 1951-1965.Born in Leonia, New Jersey on December 30, 1907, Osmers attended the local public schools... |
Republican | 1951 | Re-elected | Frank C. Osmers, Jr. Frank C. Osmers, Jr. Frank C. Osmers, Jr. was an American Republican Party politician who represented New Jersey's 9th congressional district in the United States House of Representatives from 1939–1943 and again from 1951-1965.Born in Leonia, New Jersey on December 30, 1907, Osmers attended the local public schools... (R) 67.8% Robert D. Gruen (D) 31.9% Herman H. Rhael (Soc-Lab Socialist Labor Party of America The Socialist Labor Party of America , established in 1876 as the Workingmen's Party, is the oldest socialist political party in the United States and the second oldest socialist party in the world. Originally known as the Workingmen's Party of America, the party changed its name in 1877 and has... ) 0.3% |
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Peter W. Rodino, Jr. | Democratic | 1948 | Re-elected | Peter W. Rodino, Jr. (D) 56.1% G. George Addonzio (R) 43.9% |
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Hugh Joseph Addonizio | Democratic | 1948 | Re-elected | Hugh Joseph Addonizio (D) 51.7% Chester K. Ligham (R) 46.8% William H. Smullen (American Conservative) 1.5% |
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Robert W. Kean | Republican | 1938 | Re-elected | Robert W. Kean (R) 59.7% Irving L. Hodes (D) 38.7% Winfred O. Perry (Conservative) 1.4% Daniel Roberts (Socialist Workers Socialist Workers Party (United States) The Socialist Workers Party is a far-left political organization in the United States. The group places a priority on "solidarity work" to aid strikes and is strongly supportive of Cuba... ) 0.2% |
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Alfred Dennis Sieminski | Democratic | 1950 | Re-elected | Alfred Dennis Sieminski (D) 45.0% Norman H. Roth (R) 44.9% Mortimer P. Cullity (I) 4.5% John F. Connelly (I) 3.4% Anthony J. Worosile (I) 1.8% Joseph H. Burgess (I) 0.4% |
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T. James Tumulty T. James Tumulty Thomas James Tumulty was an American Democratic Party politician who represented New Jersey's 14th congressional district in the United States House of Representatives from 1955-1957.Tumulty was born in Jersey City, New Jersey on March 2, 1913... |
Democratic | 1954 | Lost re-election Republican gain |
Vincent J. Dellay Vincent J. Dellay Vincent John Dellay was an American politician who represented New Jersey's 14th congressional district in the United States House of Representatives from 1957-1959. Originally elected as a Republican Party, Dellay announced in 1957 that he would support Democratic candidate Robert B... (R) 52.3% T. James Tumulty (D) 45.6% John E. Walton (I) 2.1% |
New Mexico
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John J. Dempsey John J. Dempsey John Joseph Dempsey was a United States Representative from New Mexico who also served as the 13th Governor of New Mexico. He was born in White Haven, Pennsylvania where he attended grade school. Employed as a telegrapher, he held various positions with the Brooklyn Union Elevator Company... |
Democratic | 1950 | Re-elected | John J. Dempsey John J. Dempsey John Joseph Dempsey was a United States Representative from New Mexico who also served as the 13th Governor of New Mexico. He was born in White Haven, Pennsylvania where he attended grade school. Employed as a telegrapher, he held various positions with the Brooklyn Union Elevator Company... (D) 26.7% Antonio M. Fernandez Antonio M. Fernández Antonio Manuel Fernández was a United States Representative from New Mexico. He was born in Springer, New Mexico where he attended the public schools, and Highlands University, Las Vegas, New Mexico... (D) 26.4% Dudley Cornell (R) 23.6% Forrest S. Atchley (R) 23.2% |
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Antonio M. Fernandez Antonio M. Fernández Antonio Manuel Fernández was a United States Representative from New Mexico. He was born in Springer, New Mexico where he attended the public schools, and Highlands University, Las Vegas, New Mexico... |
Democratic | 1942 | Re-elected |
New York
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Stuyvesant Wainwright Stuyvesant Wainwright Stuyvesant Wainwright II was a Republican member of the United States House of Representatives from New York.Wainwright was born in New York City. He moved to East Hampton, New York in 1927. He served in the United States Army from January 30, 1942 until December 13, 1945 during World War II. He... |
Republican | 1952 | Re-elected | Stuyvesant Wainwright Stuyvesant Wainwright Stuyvesant Wainwright II was a Republican member of the United States House of Representatives from New York.Wainwright was born in New York City. He moved to East Hampton, New York in 1927. He served in the United States Army from January 30, 1942 until December 13, 1945 during World War II. He... (R) 65.8% T. Bronson O'Reilly (D) 34.2% |
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Steven Boghos Derounian Steven Boghos Derounian Steven Boghos Derounian was an Armenian-American congressman.-Life and career:Derounian was born in Sofia, Bulgaria to Armenian parents Boghos Derounian and Eliza Aprahamian. When he was three, his family left Bulgaria with his two other brothers to the United States and settled in Mineola, New... |
Republican | 1952 | Re-elected | Steven Boghos Derounian Steven Boghos Derounian Steven Boghos Derounian was an Armenian-American congressman.-Life and career:Derounian was born in Sofia, Bulgaria to Armenian parents Boghos Derounian and Eliza Aprahamian. When he was three, his family left Bulgaria with his two other brothers to the United States and settled in Mineola, New... (R) 67.5% Julius J. D'Amato (D) 32.5% |
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Frank J. Becker Frank J. Becker Frank John Becker was a Republican member of the United States House of Representatives from New York.Becker was born in Brooklyn. During World War I, he enlisted in the United States Army on July 22, 1918 and served until September 22, 1919. He was a member of the New York State Assembly from... |
Republican | 1952 | Re-elected | Frank J. Becker Frank J. Becker Frank John Becker was a Republican member of the United States House of Representatives from New York.Becker was born in Brooklyn. During World War I, he enlisted in the United States Army on July 22, 1918 and served until September 22, 1919. He was a member of the New York State Assembly from... (R) 61.9% Francis X. Hardiman (D) 38.1% |
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Henry J. Latham Henry J. Latham Henry Jepson Latham was a Republican member of the United States House of Representatives from New York.Latham was born in Brooklyn. He graduated from Brooklyn Law School in 1931. He was a member of the New York State Assembly from 1941 until 1942. He served in the United States Navy from 1942... |
Republican | 1944 | Re-elected | Henry J. Latham Henry J. Latham Henry Jepson Latham was a Republican member of the United States House of Representatives from New York.Latham was born in Brooklyn. He graduated from Brooklyn Law School in 1931. He was a member of the New York State Assembly from 1941 until 1942. He served in the United States Navy from 1942... (R) 55.8% Joseph J. Perrini (D) 44.2% |
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Albert H. Bosch Albert H. Bosch Albert Henry Bosch was a Republican member of the United States House of Representatives from New York.... |
Republican | 1952 | Re-elected | Albert H. Bosch Albert H. Bosch Albert Henry Bosch was a Republican member of the United States House of Representatives from New York.... (R) 58.6% John J. Quinn (D) 41.4% |
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Lester Holtzman Lester Holtzman Lester Holtzman was a Democratic member of the United States House of Representatives from New York.Holtzman was born in New York City. He graduated from St. John's University School of Law in 1935. He was elected to Congress in 1952 and served from January 3, 1953 until his resignation on... |
Democratic | 1952 | Re-elected | Lester Holtzman Lester Holtzman Lester Holtzman was a Democratic member of the United States House of Representatives from New York.Holtzman was born in New York City. He graduated from St. John's University School of Law in 1935. He was elected to Congress in 1952 and served from January 3, 1953 until his resignation on... (D) 56.9% Albert H. Buschmann (R) 43.1% |
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James J. Delaney | Democratic | 1948 | Re-elected | James J. Delaney (D) 50.0% Joseph Stockinger (R) 50.0% |
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Victor Anfuso Victor Anfuso Victor L'Episcopo Anfuso was a Democratic member of the United States House of Representatives from New York.... |
Democratic | 1954 | Re-elected | Victor Anfuso Victor Anfuso Victor L'Episcopo Anfuso was a Democratic member of the United States House of Representatives from New York.... (D) 65.6% Julius Reinlieb (R) 34.4% |
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Eugene James Keogh Eugene James Keogh Eugene James Keogh was a Democratic member of the United States House of Representatives from New York.-Life and Career:... |
Democratic | 1936 | Re-elected | Eugene James Keogh Eugene James Keogh Eugene James Keogh was a Democratic member of the United States House of Representatives from New York.-Life and Career:... (D) 62.8% Benjamin W. Feldman (R) 37.2% |
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Edna F. Kelly Edna F. Kelly Edna Flannery Kelly was a Democratic member of the United States House of Representatives from New York.Kelly was born in East Hampton, New York. She graduated from Hunter College in 1928... |
Democratic | 1949 | Re-elected | Edna F. Kelly Edna F. Kelly Edna Flannery Kelly was a Democratic member of the United States House of Representatives from New York.Kelly was born in East Hampton, New York. She graduated from Hunter College in 1928... (D) 73.2% Abraham Sher (R) 26.8% |
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Emanuel Celler Emanuel Celler Emanuel Celler was an American politician from New York who served in the United States House of Representatives for almost 50 years, from March 1923 to January 1973. He was a member of the Democratic Party.-Early life:... |
Democratic | 1922 | Re-elected | Emanuel Celler Emanuel Celler Emanuel Celler was an American politician from New York who served in the United States House of Representatives for almost 50 years, from March 1923 to January 1973. He was a member of the Democratic Party.-Early life:... (D) 77.7% Henry D. Dorfman (R) 22.3% |
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Francis E. Dorn Francis E. Dorn Francis Edwin Dorn was a member of the United States House of Representatives from New York.He was born in Brooklyn. He attended St. Augustine and Bishop Loughlin Memorial High Schools. Dorn graduated from Fordham University in 1932 and Fordham University School of Law in 1935. He also studied at... |
Republican | 1952 | Re-elected | Francis E. Dorn Francis E. Dorn Francis Edwin Dorn was a member of the United States House of Representatives from New York.He was born in Brooklyn. He attended St. Augustine and Bishop Loughlin Memorial High Schools. Dorn graduated from Fordham University in 1932 and Fordham University School of Law in 1935. He also studied at... (R) 57.6% Donald L. O'Toole (D) 42.4% |
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Abraham J. Multer Abraham J. Multer Abraham Jacob Multer was a Democratic member of the United States House of Representatives from New York. Born in New York City, he graduated from City College of New York in 1921 and Brooklyn Law School in 1922. He served in the United States Coast Guard from 1943 until 1945... |
Democratic | 1947 | Re-elected | Abraham J. Multer Abraham J. Multer Abraham Jacob Multer was a Democratic member of the United States House of Representatives from New York. Born in New York City, he graduated from City College of New York in 1921 and Brooklyn Law School in 1922. He served in the United States Coast Guard from 1943 until 1945... (D) 71.2% Joseph Moriber (R) 28.8% |
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John J. Rooney John J. Rooney John James Rooney was a Democratic politician from New York.Rooney was born in Brooklyn in 1903. In 1925, he graduated with a law degree from Fordham University and practiced law following his admission to the bar the next year... |
Democratic | 1944 | Re-elected | John J. Rooney John J. Rooney John James Rooney was a Democratic politician from New York.Rooney was born in Brooklyn in 1903. In 1925, he graduated with a law degree from Fordham University and practiced law following his admission to the bar the next year... (D) 64.2% Jacob P. Lefkowitz (R) 35.8% |
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John H. Ray John H. Ray John Henry Ray was a Republican member of the United States House of Representatives from New York.Ray was born in Mankato, Minnesota. He graduated from the University of Minnesota in 1908 and Harvard Law School in 1911. He was an assistant to special representative of Secretary of War Newton D.... |
Republican | 1952 | Re-elected | John H. Ray John H. Ray John Henry Ray was a Republican member of the United States House of Representatives from New York.Ray was born in Mankato, Minnesota. He graduated from the University of Minnesota in 1908 and Harvard Law School in 1911. He was an assistant to special representative of Secretary of War Newton D.... (R) 61.8% Ralph Di Iorio (D) 38.2% |
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Adam Clayton Powell, Jr. Adam Clayton Powell, Jr. Adam Clayton Powell, Jr., was an American politician and pastor who represented Harlem, New York City, in the United States House of Representatives . He was the first person of African-American descent elected to Congress from New York and became a powerful national politician... |
Democratic | 1944 | Re-elected | Adam Clayton Powell, Jr. Adam Clayton Powell, Jr. Adam Clayton Powell, Jr., was an American politician and pastor who represented Harlem, New York City, in the United States House of Representatives . He was the first person of African-American descent elected to Congress from New York and became a powerful national politician... (D) 69.7% Joseph A. Bailey (R) 19.9% Formington Taylor (Liberal) 10.3% |
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Frederic Rene Coudert, Jr. Frederic René Coudert, Jr. Frederic René Coudert Jr. ; born, died in New York City) was a Representative from New York.-Background:Coudert attended Browning and Morristown Schools in New York City, then graduated from Columbia University in 1918 and from its law school in 1922... |
Republican | 1946 | Re-elected | Frederic Rene Coudert, Jr. Frederic René Coudert, Jr. Frederic René Coudert Jr. ; born, died in New York City) was a Representative from New York.-Background:Coudert attended Browning and Morristown Schools in New York City, then graduated from Columbia University in 1918 and from its law school in 1922... (R) 50.9% Anthony B. Akers (D) 49.1% |
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James G. Donovan James G. Donovan James George Donovan was a Democratic member of the United States House of Representatives from New York.Donovan was born in Clinton, Massachusetts. He attended the Massachusetts Institute of Technology from 1916 until 1917. He served in the United States Navy during World War I. He attended... |
Democratic | 1950 | Defeated as Republican Democratic hold |
Alfred E. Santangelo Alfred E. Santangelo Alfred Edward Santangelo was a Democratic member of the United States House of Representatives from New York.Santangelo was born in New York City. He graduated from City College of New York where he joined Alpha Phi Delta in 1935 and Columbia University School of Law in 1938... (D) 58.0% James G. Donovan (R) 42.0% |
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Arthur George Klein Arthur George Klein Arthur George Klein was a United States Representative from New York.He was born in New York City August 8, 1904. He attended public schools and Washington Square College of New York University at New York City... |
Democratic | 1946 | Retired to run for New York State Supreme Court Democratic hold |
Leonard Farbstein Leonard Farbstein Leonard Farbstein was a member of the U. S. House of Representatives from New York City. Farbstein was born in New York City, and graduated from High School of Commerce. He attended City College of New York, Hebrew Union Teachers College, and graduated from New York University Law School, in 1924... (D) 68.4% Maurice G. Henry, Jr. (R) 31.6% |
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Irwin D. Davidson Irwin D. Davidson Irwin Delmore Davidson was a Democratic-Liberal member of the United States House of Representatives from New York.... |
Democratic | 1954 | Retired to run for Court of General Sessions in the county of New York Democratic hold |
Ludwig Teller Ludwig Teller Ludwig Teller was a Jewish Democratic member of the United States House of Representatives from New York.Teller was born in Manhattan. He graduated from New York University in 1936. He served as a Lieutenant in the United States Navy during World War II. He served on the faculty of New York... (D) 63.8% Milton H. Adler (R) 36.2% |
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Herbert Zelenko Herbert Zelenko Herbert Zelenko was a United States Representative from New York. He was born in New York City of Polish origin. He attended public schools and graduated from Columbia University in 1926 and from Columbia Law School in 1928. He was admitted to the bar in 1929 and commenced the practice of law in... |
Democratic | 1954 | Re-elected | Herbert Zelenko Herbert Zelenko Herbert Zelenko was a United States Representative from New York. He was born in New York City of Polish origin. He attended public schools and graduated from Columbia University in 1926 and from Columbia Law School in 1928. He was admitted to the bar in 1929 and commenced the practice of law in... (D) 66.5% Dalton J. Shapo (D) 33.5% |
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James C. Healey James C. Healey James Christopher Healey was a Democratic member of the United States House of Representatives from New York.... |
Democratic | 1956 | Re-elected | James C. Healey James C. Healey James Christopher Healey was a Democratic member of the United States House of Representatives from New York.... (D) 64.1% Henry Rose (R) 24.7% David I. Wells (Liberal) 11.2% |
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Isidore Dollinger Isidore Dollinger Isidore Dollinger was a Democratic U.S. Congressman from New York between 1949 and 1959.Dollinger was born in New York City. He graduated from New York University in 1925 and from New York Law School in 1928. He was admitted to the New York state bar in 1929... |
Democratic | 1948 | Re-elected | Isidore Dollinger Isidore Dollinger Isidore Dollinger was a Democratic U.S. Congressman from New York between 1949 and 1959.Dollinger was born in New York City. He graduated from New York University in 1925 and from New York Law School in 1928. He was admitted to the New York state bar in 1929... (D) 68.5% Philip Myer (R) 21.9% Hyman Fromowitz (Liberal) 9.6% |
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Charles A. Buckley Charles A. Buckley Charles Anthony Buckley was a Democratic member of the United States House of Representatives from New York.... |
Democratic | 1934 | Re-elected | Charles A. Buckley Charles A. Buckley Charles Anthony Buckley was a Democratic member of the United States House of Representatives from New York.... (D) 54.7% Harold Grosberg (R) 32.3% Elias Rosenblatt (Liberal) 13.0% |
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Paul A. Fino Paul A. Fino Paul Albert Fino was a Republican member of the United States House of Representatives from New York.... |
Republican | 1952 | Re-elected | Paul A. Fino Paul A. Fino Paul Albert Fino was a Republican member of the United States House of Representatives from New York.... (R) 59.4% Edward A. Cunningham (D) 35.5% Bernard Tobacman (Liberal) 5.1% |
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Ralph A. Gamble Ralph A. Gamble Ralph Abernethy Gamble was a Republican member of the United States House of Representatives from New York.Gamble was born in Yankton, South Dakota. He graduated from Princeton University in 1909, George Washington University Law School in 1911 and from Columbia Law School in 1912. He was a member... |
Republican | 1937 | Retired Republican hold |
Edwin B. Dooley Edwin B. Dooley Edwin Benedict Dooley was a Republican member of the United States House of Representatives from New York.Dooley was born in Brooklyn. He graduated from Dartmouth College in 1927 and Fordham University School of Law in 1930. He was a feature writer for the New York Sun from 1927 until 1938. He was... (R) 67.4% Julia L. Crews (D) 32.6% |
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Ralph W. Gwinn Ralph W. Gwinn Ralph Waldo Gwinn was a Republican member of the United States House of Representatives from New York.Gwinn was born in Noblesville, Indiana. He graduated from DePauw University in 1905 and Columbia University Law School in 1908. He served as a special representative of the Secretary of War in the... |
Republican | 1944 | Re-elected | Ralph W. Gwinn Ralph W. Gwinn Ralph Waldo Gwinn was a Republican member of the United States House of Representatives from New York.Gwinn was born in Noblesville, Indiana. He graduated from DePauw University in 1905 and Columbia University Law School in 1908. He served as a special representative of the Secretary of War in the... (R) 58.1% William D. Carlebach (D) 41.9% |
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Katharine St. George Katharine St. George Katharine Price Collier St. George was a Republican member of the United States House of Representatives from New York, and a cousin of President Franklin Delano Roosevelt.-Early life and family:... |
Republican | 1946 | Re-elected | Katharine St. George Katharine St. George Katharine Price Collier St. George was a Republican member of the United States House of Representatives from New York, and a cousin of President Franklin Delano Roosevelt.-Early life and family:... (R) 62.2% William H. Mauldin (D) 37.8% |
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J. Ernest Wharton J. Ernest Wharton James Ernest Wharton was a Republican member of the United States House of Representatives from New York.-Biography:... |
Republican | 1950 | Re-elected | J. Ernest Wharton J. Ernest Wharton James Ernest Wharton was a Republican member of the United States House of Representatives from New York.-Biography:... (R) 71.4% Vincent di Gennaro (D) 28.6% |
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Leo W. O'Brien Leo W. O'Brien Leo William O'Brien was a Democratic member of the United States House of Representatives from New York.O'Brien was born in Buffalo, New York. He graduated from Niagara University in 1922. He was elected to Congress in 1952 to fill the vacancy caused by the death of William T... |
Democratic | 1952 | Re-elected | Leo W. O'Brien Leo W. O'Brien Leo William O'Brien was a Democratic member of the United States House of Representatives from New York.O'Brien was born in Buffalo, New York. He graduated from Niagara University in 1922. He was elected to Congress in 1952 to fill the vacancy caused by the death of William T... (D) 55.8% Robert E. Gray (R) 44.2% |
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Dean P. Taylor Dean P. Taylor Dean Park Taylor served as a United States Congressman from New York for nearly 20 years and came from a family long involved in public service to New York. Taylor was born in Troy, Rensselaer County, N.Y., on January 1, 1902, and attended the Troy public schools, Colgate University, Hamilton, N.Y... |
Republican | 1942 | Re-elected | Dean P. Taylor Dean P. Taylor Dean Park Taylor served as a United States Congressman from New York for nearly 20 years and came from a family long involved in public service to New York. Taylor was born in Troy, Rensselaer County, N.Y., on January 1, 1902, and attended the Troy public schools, Colgate University, Hamilton, N.Y... (R) 71.8% Theodore A. Knapp (D) 28.2% |
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Bernard W. Kearney Bernard W. Kearney Bernard William Kearney was a Republican member of the United States House of Representatives from New York.-Biography:... |
Republican | 1942 | Re-elected | Bernard W. Kearney Bernard W. Kearney Bernard William Kearney was a Republican member of the United States House of Representatives from New York.-Biography:... (R) 67.5% R. Joseph Giblin (D) 32.5% |
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Clarence E. Kilburn Clarence E. Kilburn Clarence Evans Kilburn was a Republican member of the United States House of Representatives from New York.Kilburn was born in Malone, New York. He graduated from Cornell University in 1916. He served in the Twenty-Sixth Infantry, First Division during World War I. He was elected to Congress in... |
Republican | 1940 | Re-elected | Clarence E. Kilburn Clarence E. Kilburn Clarence Evans Kilburn was a Republican member of the United States House of Representatives from New York.Kilburn was born in Malone, New York. He graduated from Cornell University in 1916. He served in the Twenty-Sixth Infantry, First Division during World War I. He was elected to Congress in... (R) 72.7% Louis C. Britton (D) 27.3% |
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William R. Williams William R. Williams William Robert Williams was a Republican member of the United States House of Representatives from New York.Williams was born in Brookfield, New York. He moved to Cassville, New York in 1891. He was a salesman with Standard Oil from 1907 until 1910. He was a member of the New York State Assembly... |
Republican | 1950 | Re-elected | William R. Williams William R. Williams William Robert Williams was a Republican member of the United States House of Representatives from New York.Williams was born in Brookfield, New York. He moved to Cassville, New York in 1891. He was a salesman with Standard Oil from 1907 until 1910. He was a member of the New York State Assembly... (R) 57.5% Edwin L. Slusarczyk (D) 42.5% |
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R. Walter Riehlman R. Walter Riehlman Roy Walter Riehlman was an American congressman.He was born in Otisco, New York, USA on August 26, 1899. He was a member of the board of supervisors of Onondaga County from 1938 to 1943 and county clerk for Onondaga County from 1943 to 1946. He represented New York in theHouse of Representatives... |
Republican | 1946 | Re-elected | R. Walter Riehlman R. Walter Riehlman Roy Walter Riehlman was an American congressman.He was born in Otisco, New York, USA on August 26, 1899. He was a member of the board of supervisors of Onondaga County from 1938 to 1943 and county clerk for Onondaga County from 1943 to 1946. He represented New York in theHouse of Representatives... (R) 67.0% Thomas J. Lowery (D) 32.2% Benjamin Copley (American Labor American Labor Party The American Labor Party was a political party in the United States established in 1936 which was active almost exclusively in the state of New York. The organization was founded by labor leaders and former members of the Socialist Party who had established themselves as the Social Democratic... ) 0.8% |
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John Taber John Taber John Taber was a member of the United States House of Representatives from New York.... |
Republican | 1922 | Re-elected | John Taber John Taber John Taber was a member of the United States House of Representatives from New York.... (R) 69.6% Lewis S. Bell (D) 30.4% |
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W. Sterling Cole W. Sterling Cole William Sterling Cole was a Republican member of the United States House of Representatives from New York.Cole was born in Painted Post, New York. He graduated from Colgate University in 1925 and Albany Law School in 1929. He was elected to Congress in 1934 and served from January 3, 1935 until... |
Republican | 1934 | Re-elected | W. Sterling Cole W. Sterling Cole William Sterling Cole was a Republican member of the United States House of Representatives from New York.Cole was born in Painted Post, New York. He graduated from Colgate University in 1925 and Albany Law School in 1929. He was elected to Congress in 1934 and served from January 3, 1935 until... (R) 71.6% Francis P. Hogan (D) 28.4% |
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Kenneth B. Keating | Republican | 1946 | Re-elected | Kenneth B. Keating (R) 71.7% Reed Harding (D) 28.3% |
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Harold C. Ostertag Harold C. Ostertag Harold Charles Ostertag was a Republican member of the United States House of Representatives from New York.Ostertag was born in Attica, New York. He graduated from the Chamberlain Military Institute in 1915 and served in France during World War I. He worked for the New York Central Railroad from... |
Republican | 1950 | Re-elected | Harold C. Ostertag Harold C. Ostertag Harold Charles Ostertag was a Republican member of the United States House of Representatives from New York.Ostertag was born in Attica, New York. He graduated from the Chamberlain Military Institute in 1915 and served in France during World War I. He worked for the New York Central Railroad from... (R) 70.5% William H. Mostyn (D) 29.5% |
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William E. Miller William E. Miller William Edward "Bill" Miller was a New York politician. He was the Republican Party nominee for Vice President of the United States in the 1964 election... |
Republican | 1950 | Re-elected | William E. Miller William E. Miller William Edward "Bill" Miller was a New York politician. He was the Republican Party nominee for Vice President of the United States in the 1964 election... (R) 64.3% A. Thorne Hills (D) 35.7% |
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Edmund P. Radwan Edmund P. Radwan Edmund Patrick Radwanwas an American congressman who represented the state of New York.He was born in Buffalo, Erie County, New York, USA on September 22, 1911 and attended the local public schools. He graduated from the University of Buffalo Law School in 1934... |
Republican | 1950 | Re-elected | Edmund P. Radwan Edmund P. Radwan Edmund Patrick Radwanwas an American congressman who represented the state of New York.He was born in Buffalo, Erie County, New York, USA on September 22, 1911 and attended the local public schools. He graduated from the University of Buffalo Law School in 1934... (R) 64.4% Edward P. Jehle (D) 35.6% |
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John R. Pillion John R. Pillion John Raymond Pillion was a Republican member of the United States House of Representatives from New York.... |
Republican | 1952 | Re-elected | John R. Pillion John R. Pillion John Raymond Pillion was a Republican member of the United States House of Representatives from New York.... (R) 58.7% James Kane, Jr. (D) 40.3% David E. Gundlach (Liberal) 1.0% |
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Republican | 1918 | Re-elected | Daniel A. Reed Daniel A. Reed -External links:... (R) 68.7% T. Joseph Lynch (D) 31.3% |
North Carolina
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Herbert Covington Bonner Herbert Covington Bonner Herbert Covington Bonner was a Democratic U.S. Congressman from North Carolina between 1940 and 1965.Born in Washington, North Carolina, Bonner attended school in Warrenton... |
Democratic | 1940 | Re-elected | Herbert Covington Bonner Herbert Covington Bonner Herbert Covington Bonner was a Democratic U.S. Congressman from North Carolina between 1940 and 1965.Born in Washington, North Carolina, Bonner attended school in Warrenton... (D) 88.6% Zeno O. Ratcliff (R) 11.4% |
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Lawrence H. Fountain Lawrence H. Fountain Lawrence H. Fountain , generally known as L.H. Fountain, was a Democratic U.S. representative from North Carolina from 1953 to 1983.-Early life:... |
Democratic | 1952 | Re-elected | Lawrence H. Fountain Lawrence H. Fountain Lawrence H. Fountain , generally known as L.H. Fountain, was a Democratic U.S. representative from North Carolina from 1953 to 1983.-Early life:... (D) Unopposed |
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Graham Arthur Barden Graham Arthur Barden Graham Arthur Barden was a Democratic U.S. Congressman from North Carolina between 1935 and 1961.Born in Sampson County, North Carolina in 1896, he moved to Burgaw, North Carolina at the age of 12, where he attended public schools... |
Democratic | 1934 | Re-elected | Graham Arthur Barden Graham Arthur Barden Graham Arthur Barden was a Democratic U.S. Congressman from North Carolina between 1935 and 1961.Born in Sampson County, North Carolina in 1896, he moved to Burgaw, North Carolina at the age of 12, where he attended public schools... (D) 78.8% Joe Reynolds (R) 21.2% |
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Harold D. Cooley Harold D. Cooley Harold Dunbar Cooley was an American politician of the Democratic Party. He represented the Fourth Congressional district of North Carolina from 1934 - 1967... |
Democratic | 1934 | Re-elected | Harold D. Cooley Harold D. Cooley Harold Dunbar Cooley was an American politician of the Democratic Party. He represented the Fourth Congressional district of North Carolina from 1934 - 1967... (D) Unopposed |
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Richard Thurmond Chatham Richard Thurmond Chatham Richard Thurmond Chatham , who usually went by Thurmond Chatham, was a member of the U.S. House of Representatives, an industrialist and philanthropist. He represented North Carolina from 1949 to 1957.-Early years:... |
Democratic | 1948 | Lost renomination Democratic hold |
Ralph James Scott Ralph James Scott Ralph James Scott was a Democratic U.S. Congressman from North Carolina between 1957 and 1967.Born near Pinnacle, North Carolina in Surry County, Scott attended public schools and then Wake Forest University, where he studied law... (D) 59.7% Joe New (R) 40.3% |
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Carl T. Durham Carl T. Durham Carl Thomas Durham was a U.S. Representative from North Carolina.Born in Bingham Township, Orange County, at White Cross, North Carolina, Durham attended the public schools of Orange County, Mandale Private School, Saxapahaw, North Carolina, and the University of North Carolina at Chapel... |
Democratic | 1938 | Re-elected | Carl T. Durham Carl T. Durham Carl Thomas Durham was a U.S. Representative from North Carolina.Born in Bingham Township, Orange County, at White Cross, North Carolina, Durham attended the public schools of Orange County, Mandale Private School, Saxapahaw, North Carolina, and the University of North Carolina at Chapel... (D) Unopposed |
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Frank Ertel Carlyle Frank Ertel Carlyle Frank Ertel Carlyle was a United States Representative of the Democratic Party from the state of North Carolina. He graduated from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. After serving in the navy in World War I he practiced law in Lumberton, North Carolina... |
Democratic | 1948 | Lost renomination Democratic hold |
Alton Lennon (D) 84.0% C. Dana Malpass (R) 16.0% |
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Charles B. Deane Charles B. Deane Charles Bennett Deane was a member of the United States House of Representatives from North Carolina.-Career:Deane was born in Ansonville Township, Anson County, North Carolina on 1 November 1898. He attended Pee Dee Academy in Rockingham, North Carolina, and Trinity Park School, Durham, N.C.,... |
Democratic | 1946 | Lost renomination Democratic hold |
Alvin Paul Kitchin Alvin Paul Kitchin Alvin Paul Kitchin was a U.S. Congressional representative from North Carolina.Kitchin was born in Scotland Neck, North Carolina on September 13, 1908, the grandson of William H. Kitchin and the nephew of two congressmen... (D) 59.5% Fred E. Myers (R) 40.5% |
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Hugh Quincy Alexander Hugh Quincy Alexander Hugh Quincy Alexander was a Democratic U.S. Representative from North Carolina between 1953 and 1963.Born on a farm near Glendon, North Carolina in Moore County in 1911, Alexander attended local public schools and then Duke University, graduating in 1932... |
Democratic | 1952 | Re-elected | Hugh Quincy Alexander Hugh Quincy Alexander Hugh Quincy Alexander was a Democratic U.S. Representative from North Carolina between 1953 and 1963.Born on a farm near Glendon, North Carolina in Moore County in 1911, Alexander attended local public schools and then Duke University, graduating in 1932... (D) 53.9% A. M. Miller (R) 46.1% |
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Charles R. Jonas Charles R. Jonas Charles Raper Jonas was a U.S. representative from North Carolina for ten terms . At the time of his election in 1952, he became the first Republican to represent his state in either house of the U.S. Congress since his own father, Charles A. Jonas, and George M... |
Republican | 1952 | Re-elected | Charles R. Jonas Charles R. Jonas Charles Raper Jonas was a U.S. representative from North Carolina for ten terms . At the time of his election in 1952, he became the first Republican to represent his state in either house of the U.S. Congress since his own father, Charles A. Jonas, and George M... (R) 62.7% Ben E. Douglas (D) 37.3% |
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Woodrow W. Jones Woodrow W. Jones Woodrow Wilson Jones was a United States Representative and a federal judge from North Carolina. He was born in Green Hill Township, Rutherford County, North Carolina and attended the public schools of Rutherford County... |
Democratic | 1950 | Retired Democratic hold |
Basil Lee Whitener Basil Lee Whitener Basil Lee Whitener was a Democratic U.S. Representative from North Carolina between 1957 and 1968.Whitener was born in York County, South Carolina on May 14, 1915, and was educated in the public schools of Gaston County, North Carolina... (D) Unopposed |
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George A. Shuford George A. Shuford George Adams Shuford was a U.S. Representative from North Carolina.Born in Asheville, North Carolina, Shuford attended the public schools and the University of North Carolina 1913-1915.... |
Democratic | 1952 | Re-elected | George A. Shuford George A. Shuford George Adams Shuford was a U.S. Representative from North Carolina.Born in Asheville, North Carolina, Shuford attended the public schools and the University of North Carolina 1913-1915.... (D) 54.5% Richard C. Clarke, Jr. (R) 45.5% |
North Dakota
District | Incumbent | Party | First elected |
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Usher L. Burdick Usher L. Burdick Usher Lloyd Burdick was a member of the United States House of Representatives from North Dakota. He was the father of Quentin N. Burdick.-Early life and career:... |
Republican | 1948 | Re-elected | Usher L. Burdick Usher L. Burdick Usher Lloyd Burdick was a member of the United States House of Representatives from North Dakota. He was the father of Quentin N. Burdick.-Early life and career:... (R) 32.0% Otto Krueger Otto Krueger Otto G. Krueger was a North Dakota politician who served as the North Dakota State Treasurer and the North Dakota Insurance Commissioner at different periods during the 1940s. He later served as a U.S. Representative from his state in the 1950s.-Biography:Krueger was born of German parents in the... (R) 30.3% Agnes Geelan (D) 19.1% S. B. Hocking (D) 18.6% |
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Otto Krueger Otto Krueger Otto G. Krueger was a North Dakota politician who served as the North Dakota State Treasurer and the North Dakota Insurance Commissioner at different periods during the 1940s. He later served as a U.S. Representative from his state in the 1950s.-Biography:Krueger was born of German parents in the... |
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Ohio
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Gordon H. Scherer Gordon H. Scherer Gordon Harry Scherer was an American politician of the Republican party who served as a U.S. representative from Ohio from 1953 to 1963. Scherer earned a law degree in 1929 from the Salmon P. Chase College of Law and practiced law in Cincinnati, Ohio... |
Republican | 1952 | Re-elected | Gordon H. Scherer Gordon H. Scherer Gordon Harry Scherer was an American politician of the Republican party who served as a U.S. representative from Ohio from 1953 to 1963. Scherer earned a law degree in 1929 from the Salmon P. Chase College of Law and practiced law in Cincinnati, Ohio... (R) 64.7% Leonard D. Slutz (D) 35.3% |
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William E. Hess William E. Hess William Emil Hess was a Republican and a U.S. Representative from Ohio.Born in Cincinnati, Ohio, February 13, 1898; attended the public schools, the University of Cincinnati, Cincinnati, Ohio, and Cincinnati Law School; during the First World War served in the United States Army as a private; was... |
Republican | 1950 | Re-elected | William E. Hess William E. Hess William Emil Hess was a Republican and a U.S. Representative from Ohio.Born in Cincinnati, Ohio, February 13, 1898; attended the public schools, the University of Cincinnati, Cincinnati, Ohio, and Cincinnati Law School; during the First World War served in the United States Army as a private; was... (R) 65.5% James T. Dewan (D) 34.5% |
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Paul F. Schenck Paul F. Schenck Paul Fornshell Schenck was a U.S. Representative from Ohio.Born in Miamisburg, Ohio, his family moved to Dayton, Ohio in 1908 where he graduated from Steele High School in 1917. He received two years of college training, a student teacher at Steele from 1917 to 1919. He then worked in the... |
Republican | 1951 | Re-elected | Paul F. Schenck Paul F. Schenck Paul Fornshell Schenck was a U.S. Representative from Ohio.Born in Miamisburg, Ohio, his family moved to Dayton, Ohio in 1908 where he graduated from Steele High School in 1917. He received two years of college training, a student teacher at Steele from 1917 to 1919. He then worked in the... (R) 59.0% R. WIlliam Patterson (D) 41.0% |
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William Moore McCulloch William Moore McCulloch William Moore McCulloch was a Republican member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Ohio.William M. McCulloch was born near Holmesville, Ohio. He attended the College of Wooster in Wooster, Ohio. He graduated from the college of law of Ohio State University at Columbus, Ohio, in 1925... |
Republican | 1947 | Re-elected | William Moore McCulloch William Moore McCulloch William Moore McCulloch was a Republican member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Ohio.William M. McCulloch was born near Holmesville, Ohio. He attended the College of Wooster in Wooster, Ohio. He graduated from the college of law of Ohio State University at Columbus, Ohio, in 1925... (R) 68.8% Ortha O. Barr, Jr. (D) 31.2% |
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Cliff Clevenger Cliff Clevenger Cliff Clevenger was a United States Representative from Ohio. He was born on a ranch near Long Pine, Brown County, Nebraska. He moved in 1895 with his parents to Lacona, Warren County, Iowa, where he attended the public schools. He engaged in the mercantile business at Marengo, Iowa, 1901-1903... |
Republican | 1938 | Re-elected | Cliff Clevenger Cliff Clevenger Cliff Clevenger was a United States Representative from Ohio. He was born on a ranch near Long Pine, Brown County, Nebraska. He moved in 1895 with his parents to Lacona, Warren County, Iowa, where he attended the public schools. He engaged in the mercantile business at Marengo, Iowa, 1901-1903... (R) 62.3% George E. Rafferty (D) 37.7% |
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James G. Polk James G. Polk James Gould Polk was a prominent U.S. politician of the Democratic Party during the middle of the 20th century.... |
Democratic | 1948 | Re-elected | James G. Polk James G. Polk James Gould Polk was a prominent U.S. politician of the Democratic Party during the middle of the 20th century.... (D) 54.5% Albert L. Daniels (R) 45.5% |
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Clarence J. Brown Clarence J. Brown Clarence J. Brown, Sr. was an American newspaper publisher who represented Ohio as a Republican in the United States House of Representatives from 1939 to 1965.-Life and career:... |
Republican | 1938 | Re-elected | Clarence J. Brown Clarence J. Brown Clarence J. Brown, Sr. was an American newspaper publisher who represented Ohio as a Republican in the United States House of Representatives from 1939 to 1965.-Life and career:... (R) 65.9% Joseph A. Sullivan (D) 34.1% |
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Jackson Edward Betts Jackson Edward Betts Jackson Edward Betts was a Republican member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Ohio.Jackson Edward Betts was born in Findlay, Ohio. He graduated from Kenyon College in Gambier, Ohio, in 1926, and from Yale Law School in New Haven, Connecticut, in 1929. He was admitted to the bar in 1930,... |
Republican | 1950 | Re-elected | Jackson Edward Betts Jackson Edward Betts Jackson Edward Betts was a Republican member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Ohio.Jackson Edward Betts was born in Findlay, Ohio. He graduated from Kenyon College in Gambier, Ohio, in 1926, and from Yale Law School in New Haven, Connecticut, in 1929. He was admitted to the bar in 1930,... (R) 63.5% Robert M. Corry (D) 36.5% |
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Thomas L. Ashley | Democratic | 1954 | Re-elected | Thomas L. Ashley (D) 55.2% Harvey G. Straub (R) 44.8% |
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Thomas A. Jenkins Thomas A. Jenkins Thomas Albert Jenkins of Ironton, Lawrence County, Ohio was a member of the Ohio state senate and a long-serving U.S. Representative from Ohio's 10th District... |
Republican | 1924 | Re-elected | Thomas A. Jenkins Thomas A. Jenkins Thomas Albert Jenkins of Ironton, Lawrence County, Ohio was a member of the Ohio state senate and a long-serving U.S. Representative from Ohio's 10th District... (R) Unopposed |
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Oliver P. Bolton Oliver P. Bolton Oliver Payne Bolton was an American politician of the Republican party who served in the United States House of Representatives from 1953–1957 and from 1963-1965. He was the son of long-serving Representative Frances P... |
Republican | 1952 | Retired Republican hold |
David S. Dennison, Jr. (R) 58.4% James P. Bennett (D) 41.6% |
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John M. Vorys John M. Vorys John Martin Vorys was a U.S. Representative from Ohio.-Early life:Born in Lancaster, Ohio, Vorys attended the public schools in Lancaster and Columbus, Ohio. During the First World War served overseas as a pilot in the famous "Yale Unit" of the United States Naval Air Service, retiring to... |
Republican | 1938 | Re-elected | John M. Vorys John M. Vorys John Martin Vorys was a U.S. Representative from Ohio.-Early life:Born in Lancaster, Ohio, Vorys attended the public schools in Lancaster and Columbus, Ohio. During the First World War served overseas as a pilot in the famous "Yale Unit" of the United States Naval Air Service, retiring to... (R) 61.8% Walter J. Shapter, Jr. (D) 38.2% |
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A. David Baumhart, Jr. | Republican | 1954 | Re-elected | A. David Baumhart, Jr. (R) 70.7% J. P. Henderson (D) 29.3% |
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William H. Ayres | Republican | 1950 | Re-elected | William H. Ayres (R) 58.9% Bernard Rosen (D) 41.1% |
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John E. Henderson John E. Henderson John Earl Henderson was an American politician of the Republican party who served in the United States House of Representatives from 1955 to 1961.... |
Republican | 1954 | Re-elected | John E. Henderson John E. Henderson John Earl Henderson was an American politician of the Republican party who served in the United States House of Representatives from 1955 to 1961.... (R) 60.5% Herbert U. Smith (D) 39.5% |
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Frank T. Bow Frank T. Bow Frank Townsend Bow was a noted Ohio jurist and politician who served as a Republican Congressman in the United States House of Representatives from January 3, 1951 until his death on November 13, 1972.... |
Republican | 1950 | Re-elected | Frank T. Bow Frank T. Bow Frank Townsend Bow was a noted Ohio jurist and politician who served as a Republican Congressman in the United States House of Representatives from January 3, 1951 until his death on November 13, 1972.... (R) 55.2% John McSweeney (D) 44.8% |
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J. Harry McGregor J. Harry McGregor J. Harry McGregor was a Republican member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Ohio.J. Harry McGregor was born on a farm near Unionport, Ohio. He attended the public schools, West Lafayette College, and Oberlin College... |
Republican | 1940 | Re-elected | J. Harry McGregor J. Harry McGregor J. Harry McGregor was a Republican member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Ohio.J. Harry McGregor was born on a farm near Unionport, Ohio. He attended the public schools, West Lafayette College, and Oberlin College... (R) 66.5% Robert W. Levering (D) 33.5% |
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Wayne L. Hays | Democratic | 1948 | Re-elected | Wayne L. Hays (D) 59.6% Joseph Miller (R) 40.4% |
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Michael J. Kirwan Michael J. Kirwan Michael Joseph Kirwan was a United States Democrat from Ohio who served as a Representative to the United States Congress from 1937 to 1970 elected in the 19th electoral district of Ohio... |
Democratic | 1936 | Re-elected | Michael J. Kirwan Michael J. Kirwan Michael Joseph Kirwan was a United States Democrat from Ohio who served as a Representative to the United States Congress from 1937 to 1970 elected in the 19th electoral district of Ohio... (D) 68.7% Ralph E. Turner (R) 31.3% |
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Michael A. Feighan Michael A. Feighan Michael A. Feighan was an American politician from Lakewood, Ohio, near Cleveland. He served as a member of the Ohio House of Representatives, and as a Democratic Party U.S. Representative from 1943 to 1971, serving Ohio's 20th congressional district.Originally, he was recruited by national... |
Democratic | 1942 | Re-elected | Michael A. Feighan Michael A. Feighan Michael A. Feighan was an American politician from Lakewood, Ohio, near Cleveland. He served as a member of the Ohio House of Representatives, and as a Democratic Party U.S. Representative from 1943 to 1971, serving Ohio's 20th congressional district.Originally, he was recruited by national... (D) 65.3% John H. Ferguson (R) 34.7% |
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Charles Vanik Charles Vanik Charles Albert Vanik was a Democratic politician from Ohio. He served in the United States House of Representatives.... |
Democratic | 1954 | Re-elected | Charles Vanik Charles Vanik Charles Albert Vanik was a Democratic politician from Ohio. He served in the United States House of Representatives.... (D) 71.6% Charles H. Loeb (R) 28.4% |
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Frances P. Bolton Frances P. Bolton Frances Payne Bolton , born Frances P. Bingham, was a Republican politician from Ohio. She served in the United States House of Representatives. She was the first woman elected to Congress from Ohio. She was also the oldest woman to date to serve in the House of Representatives.Born in Cleveland,... |
Republican | 1940 | Re-elected | Frances P. Bolton Frances P. Bolton Frances Payne Bolton , born Frances P. Bingham, was a Republican politician from Ohio. She served in the United States House of Representatives. She was the first woman elected to Congress from Ohio. She was also the oldest woman to date to serve in the House of Representatives.Born in Cleveland,... (R) 66.7% Harry A. Blachman (D) 33.3% |
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William Edwin Minshall, Jr. William Edwin Minshall, Jr. William Edwin Minshall, Jr. was a Republican member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Ohio.William E. Minshall, Jr. was born in East Cleveland, Ohio... |
Republican | 1954 | Re-elected | William Edwin Minshall, Jr. William Edwin Minshall, Jr. William Edwin Minshall, Jr. was a Republican member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Ohio.William E. Minshall, Jr. was born in East Cleveland, Ohio... (R) 69.0% George A. Hurley (D) 31.0% |
Oklahoma
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Page Belcher Page Belcher Page Henry Belcher was a Republican politician and a U.S. representative from Oklahoma.-Biography: Belcher was born in Jefferson in northern Oklahoma to George Harvey Belcher and Jessie Ray. He was educated at public schools in Jefferson, and Medford, Oklahoma... |
Republican | 1950 | Re-elected | Page Belcher Page Belcher Page Henry Belcher was a Republican politician and a U.S. representative from Oklahoma.-Biography: Belcher was born in Jefferson in northern Oklahoma to George Harvey Belcher and Jessie Ray. He was educated at public schools in Jefferson, and Medford, Oklahoma... (R) 57.2% Harry B. Moreland (D) 42.8% |
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Ed Edmondson | Democratic | 1952 | Re-elected | Ed Edmondson (D) 60.2% Percy Butler (R) 39.8% |
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Carl Albert Carl Albert Carl Bert Albert was a lawyer and a Democratic American politician from Oklahoma.Albert represented the southeastern portion of Oklahoma as a Democrat for 30 years, starting in 1947. He is best known for his service as Speaker of the United States House of Representatives from 1971 to 1977... |
Democratic | 1946 | Re-elected | Carl Albert Carl Albert Carl Bert Albert was a lawyer and a Democratic American politician from Oklahoma.Albert represented the southeastern portion of Oklahoma as a Democrat for 30 years, starting in 1947. He is best known for his service as Speaker of the United States House of Representatives from 1971 to 1977... (D) 76.5% Chapin Wallace (R) 23.0% John R. Patrick (I) 0.5% |
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Tom Steed Tom Steed Thomas Jefferson "Tom" Steed was a military veteran, newspaper editor and Democratic politician and a retired U.S. Congressman from Oklahoma. He often stated that his experience in journalism, the military and in the U.S... |
Democratic | 1948 | Re-elected | Tom Steed Tom Steed Thomas Jefferson "Tom" Steed was a military veteran, newspaper editor and Democratic politician and a retired U.S. Congressman from Oklahoma. He often stated that his experience in journalism, the military and in the U.S... (D) 61.1% Harold H. Potter (R) 38.9% |
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John Jarman John Jarman John Jarman was a member of the United States House of Representatives from Oklahoma for 26 years from January, 1951 to January, 1977.-Early life and career:... |
Democratic | 1950 | Re-elected | John Jarman John Jarman John Jarman was a member of the United States House of Representatives from Oklahoma for 26 years from January, 1951 to January, 1977.-Early life and career:... (D) 63.7% Hobart H. Hobbs (R) 36.3% |
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Victor Wickersham Victor Wickersham Victor Eugene Wickersham was a U.S. Representative from Oklahoma.-Early life and education:Born on a farm near Lone Rock, Arkansas, Victor Wickersham moved to Mangum, Oklahoma, with his parents in 1915... |
Democratic | 1948 | Lost renomination Democratic hold |
Toby Morris Toby Morris Toby Morris was a U.S. Representative from Oklahoma.Born in Granbury, Texas, Morris moved to what was then Comanche County, Oklahoma, in 1906 and to Walters, Oklahoma, in 1913. He attended the public schools, leaving high school in his senior year, during World War I, to enlist in the United... (D) 68.9% Fred L. Coogan (R) 31.1% |
Oregon
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A. Walter Norblad A. Walter Norblad Albin Walter Norblad, Jr., was an American attorney and Republican politician in Oregon. He represented the U.S. state of Oregon's First District from January 18, 1946 until his death in the United States House of Representatives. His father was A. W. Norblad, Sr., a one-time Governor of... |
Republican | 1946 | Re-elected | A. Walter Norblad A. Walter Norblad Albin Walter Norblad, Jr., was an American attorney and Republican politician in Oregon. He represented the U.S. state of Oregon's First District from January 18, 1946 until his death in the United States House of Representatives. His father was A. W. Norblad, Sr., a one-time Governor of... (R) 54.7% Jason Lee (D) 45.3% |
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Sam Coon Sam Coon Samuel Harrison "Sam" Coon was a Republican member of the U.S. House of Representatives who represented the 2nd Congressional District of Oregon from 1953 to 1957.-Background:... |
Republican | 1952 | Lost re-election Democratic gain |
Albert C. Ullman (D) 50.7% Sam Coon (R) 49.3% |
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Edith Green Edith Green Edith Louise Starrett Green was an American politician and educator in the state of Oregon. A native of South Dakota, she was raised in Oregon and completed her education at the University of Oregon and Stanford University... |
Democratic | 1954 | Re-elected | Edith Green Edith Green Edith Louise Starrett Green was an American politician and educator in the state of Oregon. A native of South Dakota, she was raised in Oregon and completed her education at the University of Oregon and Stanford University... (D) 61.6% Phil J. Roth (R) 38.4% |
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Harris Ellsworth Harris Ellsworth Mathew Harris Ellsworth was a Republican U.S. congressman from Oregon.-Early life:Born in Hoquiam, Washington, Ellsworth moved together with his parents to Eugene, Oregon and later to nearby Wendling, where he attended public schools. In 1922, he graduated with a journalism degree from the... |
Republican | 1942 | Lost re-election Democratic gain |
Charles O. Porter Charles O. Porter Charles Orlando Porter was a politician from the U.S. state of Oregon.-Early life:Born in Klamath Falls, Oregon, to Frank Porter and Ruth Peterson, he graduated from high school in Eugene, Oregon and then went on to graduate from Harvard University with a B.S. in 1941... (D) 51.3% Harris Ellsworth (R) 48.7% |
Pennsylvania
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William A. Barrett William A. Barrett William Aloysius Barrett was an American politician and a member of the Democratic Party.He was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He graduated from St. Joseph's College in Philadelphia. He worked for a number of years in real estate before running for office.He was first elected to the U.S.... |
Democratic | 1948 | Re-elected | William A. Barrett William A. Barrett William Aloysius Barrett was an American politician and a member of the Democratic Party.He was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He graduated from St. Joseph's College in Philadelphia. He worked for a number of years in real estate before running for office.He was first elected to the U.S.... (D) 62.7% A. J. Cammarota (R) 37.3% |
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William T. Granahan William T. Granahan William T. Granahan was a Democratic politician from the U.S. state of Pennsylvania, most prominently serving in the U.S. House of Representatives from 1945–47 and 1949-56.-Biography:... |
Democratic | 1948 | Died in office Democratic hold |
Kathryn E. Granahan Kathryn E. Granahan Kathryn Elizabeth Granahan was a Democratic member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Pennsylvania.Born Kathryn Elizabeth O'Hay in Easton, PA, she graduated from Mount St. Joseph Collegiate Institute in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania... (D) 62.3% Robert F. Frankenfield (R) 37.7% |
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James A. Byrne James A. Byrne James Aloysius Byrne was a Democratic member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Pennsylvania.Jim Byrne was born in Philadelphia, PA. He attended St. Joseph’s College in Philadelphia. He was engaged in business as a mortician from 1937 to 1950. He was the county registrar for the Bureau... |
Democratic | 1952 | Re-elected | James A. Byrne James A. Byrne James Aloysius Byrne was a Democratic member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Pennsylvania.Jim Byrne was born in Philadelphia, PA. He attended St. Joseph’s College in Philadelphia. He was engaged in business as a mortician from 1937 to 1950. He was the county registrar for the Bureau... (D) 59.9% Charles H. Sporkin (R) 40.1% |
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Earl Chudoff Earl Chudoff Earl Chudoff was a Democratic member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Pennsylvania.-Biography:Earl Chudoff was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He graduated from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania in economics in 1929 and from the University of Pittsburgh School of... |
Democratic | 1948 | Re-elected | Earl Chudoff Earl Chudoff Earl Chudoff was a Democratic member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Pennsylvania.-Biography:Earl Chudoff was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He graduated from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania in economics in 1929 and from the University of Pittsburgh School of... (D) 69.1% Horace C. Scott (R) 30.9% |
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William J. Green, Jr. William J. Green, Jr. William Joseph Green, Jr. was a Democratic member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Pennsylvania.William J. Green was born in Philadelphia, PA. He graduated from St. Joseph’s Preparatory School, and attended St. Joseph’s College, Philadelphia, PA. He was engaged in business as an... |
Democratic | 1948 | Re-elected | William J. Green, Jr. William J. Green, Jr. William Joseph Green, Jr. was a Democratic member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Pennsylvania.William J. Green was born in Philadelphia, PA. He graduated from St. Joseph’s Preparatory School, and attended St. Joseph’s College, Philadelphia, PA. He was engaged in business as an... (D) 53.3% James J. Schissler (R) 46.7% |
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Hugh Scott Hugh Scott Hugh Doggett Scott, Jr. was a politician from Pennsylvania who served in both the United States House of Representatives and the United States Senate, and who also served as Chairman of the Republican National Committee.- Early life :He was born in Fredericksburg, Virginia, on November 11, 1900... |
Republican | 1946 | Re-elected | Hugh Scott Hugh Scott Hugh Doggett Scott, Jr. was a politician from Pennsylvania who served in both the United States House of Representatives and the United States Senate, and who also served as Chairman of the Republican National Committee.- Early life :He was born in Fredericksburg, Virginia, on November 11, 1900... (R) 51.5% Herbert J. McGlinchey (D) 48.5% |
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Benjamin F. James Benjamin F. James Benjamin Franklin James was a Republican member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Pennsylvania.-Biography:... |
Republican | 1948 | Re-elected | Benjamin F. James Benjamin F. James Benjamin Franklin James was a Republican member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Pennsylvania.-Biography:... (R) 61.9% William A. Welsh (D) 38.1% |
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Karl C. King Karl C. King Karl Clarence King was a Republican member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Pennsylvania.Karl C. King was born in Plevna, Kansas. He attended the Kansas State Teachers College at Emporia, Kansas, Columbia University in New York City, and the Wharton School of Business.During the First... |
Republican | 1951 | Retired Republican hold |
Willard S. Curtin Willard S. Curtin Willard Sevier Curtin was a Republican member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Pennsylvania.... (R) 55.9% John P. Fullam (D) 44.1% |
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Paul B. Dague Paul B. Dague Paul Bartram Dague was a Republican member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Pennsylvania.-Biography:... |
Republican | 1946 | Re-elected | Paul B. Dague Paul B. Dague Paul Bartram Dague was a Republican member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Pennsylvania.-Biography:... (R) 68.4% Edward G. Wilson (D) 31.6% |
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Joseph L. Carrigg Joseph L. Carrigg Joseph Leonard Carrigg was a Republican member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Pennsylvania.... |
Republican | 1951 | Re-elected | Joseph L. Carrigg Joseph L. Carrigg Joseph Leonard Carrigg was a Republican member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Pennsylvania.... (R) 55.8% Jerome P. Casey (D) 44.2% |
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Daniel J. Flood Daniel J. Flood Daniel John "Dan" Flood was a flamboyant and long-serving Democratic United States Representative from Pennsylvania. He was censured for bribery and resigned from the House in 1980.-Early life and career:... |
Democratic | 1954 | Re-elected | Daniel J. Flood Daniel J. Flood Daniel John "Dan" Flood was a flamboyant and long-serving Democratic United States Representative from Pennsylvania. He was censured for bribery and resigned from the House in 1980.-Early life and career:... (D) 53.1% Enoch H. Thomas, Jr. (R) 46.9% |
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Ivor D. Fenton Ivor D. Fenton Doctor Ivor David Fenton was a Republican member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Pennsylvania.- Early life :... |
Republican | 1938 | Re-elected | Ivor D. Fenton Ivor D. Fenton Doctor Ivor David Fenton was a Republican member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Pennsylvania.- Early life :... (R) 56.5% George G. Lindsay (D) 43.5% |
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Samuel K. McConnell, Jr. Samuel K. McConnell, Jr. Samuel Kerns McConnell, Jr. was a Republican member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Pennsylvania.-Biography:... |
Republican | 1944 | Re-elected | Samuel K. McConnell, Jr. Samuel K. McConnell, Jr. Samuel Kerns McConnell, Jr. was a Republican member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Pennsylvania.-Biography:... (R) 66.7% Alfred M. Klein (D) 33.3% |
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George M. Rhodes George M. Rhodes George M. Rhodes was a Democratic member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Pennsylvania.George M. Rhodes was born in Reading, PA. During the First World War he served in the United States Army. He worked as a printer for the Reading Eagle Co. from 1913 to 1927, and business manager for... |
Democratic | 1948 | Re-elected | George M. Rhodes George M. Rhodes George M. Rhodes was a Democratic member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Pennsylvania.George M. Rhodes was born in Reading, PA. During the First World War he served in the United States Army. He worked as a printer for the Reading Eagle Co. from 1913 to 1927, and business manager for... (D) 51.3% Thomas K. Leinbach (R) 48.4% Birch Wilson (S Socialist Party of America The Socialist Party of America was a multi-tendency democratic-socialist political party in the United States, formed in 1901 by a merger between the three-year-old Social Democratic Party of America and disaffected elements of the Socialist Labor Party which had split from the main organization... ) 0.3% |
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Francis E. Walter Francis E. Walter Francis Eugene Walter was a Democratic member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Pennsylvania.-Biography:... |
Democratic | 1932 | Re-elected | Francis E. Walter Francis E. Walter Francis Eugene Walter was a Democratic member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Pennsylvania.-Biography:... (D) 55.6% George M. Berg (R) 44.4% |
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Walter M. Mumma Walter M. Mumma Walter Mann Mumma was a Republican member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Pennsylvania.Mumma was born in Steelton. He graduated from the Pennsylvania State Forestry Academy in Mont Alto in 1911... |
Republican | 1950 | Re-elected | Walter M. Mumma Walter M. Mumma Walter Mann Mumma was a Republican member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Pennsylvania.Mumma was born in Steelton. He graduated from the Pennsylvania State Forestry Academy in Mont Alto in 1911... (R) 60.5% Guy J. Swope (D) 39.5% |
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Alvin Bush Alvin Bush Alvin Ray Bush was a Republican member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Pennsylvania.-Biography:Alvin Bush was born on a farm in Boggs Township, Clearfield County, Pennsylvania. At the age of thirteen started work as a laborer in Pennsylvania coal mines and later was an apprentice in a... |
Republican | 1950 | Re-elected | Alvin Bush Alvin Bush Alvin Ray Bush was a Republican member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Pennsylvania.-Biography:Alvin Bush was born on a farm in Boggs Township, Clearfield County, Pennsylvania. At the age of thirteen started work as a laborer in Pennsylvania coal mines and later was an apprentice in a... (R) 58.6% Dean R. Fisher (D) 41.4% |
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Richard M. Simpson Richard M. Simpson Richard Murray Simpson was a Republican member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Pennsylvania.Richard Simpson was born in Huntingdon, Pennsylvania. He graduated from the University of Pittsburgh, in 1923 and from Georgetown Law School in Washington, D.C., in 1942... |
Republican | 1937 | Re-elected | Richard M. Simpson Richard M. Simpson Richard Murray Simpson was a Republican member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Pennsylvania.Richard Simpson was born in Huntingdon, Pennsylvania. He graduated from the University of Pittsburgh, in 1923 and from Georgetown Law School in Washington, D.C., in 1942... (R) 59.9% Ross E. Hershberger (D) 40.1% |
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James M. Quigley James M. Quigley James Michael Quigley was a United States Representative from Pennsylvania.James Quigley was born in Mount Carmel, Pennsylvania. He graduated from Villanova University in 1939 and from the Dickinson School of Law in Carlisle, Pennsylvania in 1942... |
Democratic | 1954 | Lost re-election Republican gain |
S. Walter Stauffer S. Walter Stauffer Simon Walter Stauffer was a United States Representative from Pennsylvania.S. Walter Stauffer was born in Walkersville, Maryland. He graduated from Dickinson College in Carlisle, Pennsylvania, in 1912. He moved to York, Pennsylvania in 1915. He was engaged in the manufacture of lime, crushed... (R) 53.8% James M. Quigley (D) 46.2% |
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James E. Van Zandt James E. Van Zandt James Edward Van Zandt was a Republican member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Pennsylvania.-Biography:... |
Republican | 1946 | Re-elected | James E. Van Zandt James E. Van Zandt James Edward Van Zandt was a Republican member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Pennsylvania.-Biography:... (R) 63.0% John R. Stewart (D) 37.0% |
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Augustine B. Kelley Augustine B. Kelley Augustine Bernard Kelley was a United States Representative from Pennsylvania.Augustine B. Kelley was born in New Baltimore, Pennsylvania. He attended the United States Military Academy in West Point, New York, in 1904 and 1905. He studied mining engineering with the International Correspondence... |
Democratic | 1940 | Re-elected | Augustine B. Kelley Augustine B. Kelley Augustine Bernard Kelley was a United States Representative from Pennsylvania.Augustine B. Kelley was born in New Baltimore, Pennsylvania. He attended the United States Military Academy in West Point, New York, in 1904 and 1905. He studied mining engineering with the International Correspondence... (D) 56.8% Herbert O. Morrison (R) 43.2% |
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John P. Saylor John P. Saylor John Phillips Saylor was a Republican member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Pennsylvania.Saylor was born in Conemaugh Township, Somerset County, Pennsylvania. He graduated from Franklin and Marshall College in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, in 1929, and Dickinson School of Law in Carlisle,... |
Republican | 1949 | Re-elected | John P. Saylor John P. Saylor John Phillips Saylor was a Republican member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Pennsylvania.Saylor was born in Conemaugh Township, Somerset County, Pennsylvania. He graduated from Franklin and Marshall College in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, in 1929, and Dickinson School of Law in Carlisle,... (R) 56.9% Joseph C. Dolan (D) 43.1% |
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Leon H. Gavin Leon H. Gavin Leon Harry Gavin was a Republican member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Pennsylvania.... |
Republican | 1942 | Re-elected | Leon H. Gavin Leon H. Gavin Leon Harry Gavin was a Republican member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Pennsylvania.... (R) 66.1% Grace M. Sloan (D) 33.9% |
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Carroll D. Kearns Carroll D. Kearns Carroll Dudley Kearns was a Republican member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Pennsylvania.Carroll D. Kearns was born in Youngstown, PA, and moved with his parents to New Castle, PA, in 1901. He was a student in the Army Training Corps at the University of Pittsburgh in 1918, at the... |
Republican | 1946 | Re-elected | Carroll D. Kearns Carroll D. Kearns Carroll Dudley Kearns was a Republican member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Pennsylvania.Carroll D. Kearns was born in Youngstown, PA, and moved with his parents to New Castle, PA, in 1901. He was a student in the Army Training Corps at the University of Pittsburgh in 1918, at the... (R) 57.8% William D. Thomas (D) 42.2% |
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Frank M. Clark Frank M. Clark Frank Monroe Clark was a Democratic member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Pennsylvania.-Early Life & Military Service:... |
Democratic | 1954 | Re-elected | Frank M. Clark Frank M. Clark Frank Monroe Clark was a Democratic member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Pennsylvania.-Early Life & Military Service:... (D) 51.3% Sidney L. Lockley (R) 48.7% |
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Thomas E. Morgan Thomas E. Morgan Thomas Ellsworth Morgan was a Democratic member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Pennsylvania.Thomas E. Morgan was born in Ellsworth, PA. He graduated from Waynesburg College in 1930, the Detroit College of Medicine and Surgery in 1933, and Wayne University in Detroit, MI, in 1934... |
Democratic | 1944 | Re-elected | Thomas E. Morgan Thomas E. Morgan Thomas Ellsworth Morgan was a Democratic member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Pennsylvania.Thomas E. Morgan was born in Ellsworth, PA. He graduated from Waynesburg College in 1930, the Detroit College of Medicine and Surgery in 1933, and Wayne University in Detroit, MI, in 1934... (D) 61.9% I. Willits McCaskey (R) 38.1% |
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James G. Fulton James G. Fulton James Grove Fulton was a Republican member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Pennsylvania.-Early life and education:James G. Fulton was born in Dormont, Pennsylvania... |
Republican | 1944 | Re-elected | James G. Fulton James G. Fulton James Grove Fulton was a Republican member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Pennsylvania.-Early life and education:James G. Fulton was born in Dormont, Pennsylvania... (R) 66.0% Kenneth L. Stilley (D) 34.0% |
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Herman P. Eberharter Herman P. Eberharter Herman Peter Eberharter was a Democratic member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Pennsylvania.-Biography:... |
Democratic | 1936 | Re-elected | Herman P. Eberharter Herman P. Eberharter Herman Peter Eberharter was a Democratic member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Pennsylvania.-Biography:... (D) 57.8% Richard C. Witt (R) 42.2% |
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Robert J. Corbett Robert J. Corbett Robert James Corbett was a Republican member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Pennsylvania.-Biography:... |
Republican | 1944 | Re-elected | Robert J. Corbett Robert J. Corbett Robert James Corbett was a Republican member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Pennsylvania.-Biography:... (R) 64.7% Joseph A. Guerrier (D) 35.3% |
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Elmer J. Holland Elmer J. Holland Elmer Joseph Holland was a Democratic member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Pennsylvania.-Biography:... |
Democratic | 1956 | Re-elected | Elmer J. Holland Elmer J. Holland Elmer Joseph Holland was a Democratic member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Pennsylvania.-Biography:... (D) 59.8% Ross V. Walker (R) 40.2% |
Rhode Island
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Aime Forand Aime Forand Aime Joseph Forand was a U.S. Democratic politician.He was born in Fall River, Massachusetts. He was elected as a Democrat to the United States House of Representatives from Rhode Island in 1936 and served from January 3, 1937 to January 3, 1939, having lost his re-election campaign in 1938... |
Democratic | 1940 | Re-elected | Aime Forand Aime Forand Aime Joseph Forand was a U.S. Democratic politician.He was born in Fall River, Massachusetts. He was elected as a Democrat to the United States House of Representatives from Rhode Island in 1936 and served from January 3, 1937 to January 3, 1939, having lost his re-election campaign in 1938... (D) 56.0% Samuel H. Ramsay (R) 44.0% |
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John E. Fogarty John E. Fogarty John Edward Fogarty was a Congressman from Rhode Island for 26 years.Congressman John E. Fogarty was first elected to the U.S. House of Representatives in 1940 and served until his death on January 10, 1967 as he was being sworn in for his fourteenth consecutive term... |
Democratic | 1940 | Re-elected | John E. Fogarty John E. Fogarty John Edward Fogarty was a Congressman from Rhode Island for 26 years.Congressman John E. Fogarty was first elected to the U.S. House of Representatives in 1940 and served until his death on January 10, 1967 as he was being sworn in for his fourteenth consecutive term... (D) 52.2% Thomas H. Needham (R) 47.8% |
South Carolina
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L. Mendel Rivers L. Mendel Rivers Lucius Mendel Rivers was a Democratic U.S. Representative from South Carolina, representing the Charleston based 1st congressional district for nearly thirty years... |
Democratic | 1940 United States House of Representatives elections in South Carolina, 1940 The 1940 South Carolina United States House of Representatives elections were held on November 5, 1940 to select six Representatives for two-year terms from the state of South Carolina. All five incumbents who ran were re-elected and the open seat in the 1st congressional district was retained by... |
Re-elected | L. Mendel Rivers L. Mendel Rivers Lucius Mendel Rivers was a Democratic U.S. Representative from South Carolina, representing the Charleston based 1st congressional district for nearly thirty years... (D) Unopposed |
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John J. Riley John J. Riley John Jacob Riley was a U.S. Representative from South Carolina, husband of Corinne Boyd Riley.Born on a farm near Orangeburg, South Carolina, Riley attended the public schools in Orangeburg County.... |
Democratic | 1950 United States House of Representatives elections in South Carolina, 1950 The 1950 South Carolina United States House of Representatives elections were held on November 7, 1950 to select six Representatives for two-year terms from the state of South Carolina. Four incumbents were re-elected, but Hugo S. Sims, Jr. of the 2nd congressional district and James Butler Hare... |
Re-elected | John J. Riley John J. Riley John Jacob Riley was a U.S. Representative from South Carolina, husband of Corinne Boyd Riley.Born on a farm near Orangeburg, South Carolina, Riley attended the public schools in Orangeburg County.... (D) Unopposed |
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William Jennings Bryan Dorn William Jennings Bryan Dorn William Jennings Bryan Dorn was a United States politician from South Carolina who represented the state in the United States House of Representatives from 1947 to 1949 and from 1951 to 1975 as a Democrat.... |
Democratic | 1950 United States House of Representatives elections in South Carolina, 1950 The 1950 South Carolina United States House of Representatives elections were held on November 7, 1950 to select six Representatives for two-year terms from the state of South Carolina. Four incumbents were re-elected, but Hugo S. Sims, Jr. of the 2nd congressional district and James Butler Hare... |
Re-elected | William Jennings Bryan Dorn William Jennings Bryan Dorn William Jennings Bryan Dorn was a United States politician from South Carolina who represented the state in the United States House of Representatives from 1947 to 1949 and from 1951 to 1975 as a Democrat.... (D) 93.2% Maka Knox (R) 6.8% |
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Robert T. Ashmore Robert T. Ashmore Robert Thomas Ashmore was a U.S. Representative from South Carolina, cousin of John D. Ashmore.Born on a farm near Greenville, South Carolina, Ashmore attended the public schools of Greenville. He graduated from Furman University Law School, Greenville, South Carolina, in 1927... |
Democratic | 1953 | Re-elected | Robert T. Ashmore Robert T. Ashmore Robert Thomas Ashmore was a U.S. Representative from South Carolina, cousin of John D. Ashmore.Born on a farm near Greenville, South Carolina, Ashmore attended the public schools of Greenville. He graduated from Furman University Law School, Greenville, South Carolina, in 1927... (D) 85.1% Dan H. Wallace, Jr. (R) 14.9% |
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James P. Richards James P. Richards James Prioleau "Dick" Richards was a lawyer, judge, and Democrat U.S. Representative from South Carolina between 1933 and 1957. He later served as a special ambassador under Republican President Eisenhower.... |
Democratic | 1932 United States House of Representatives elections in South Carolina, 1932 The 1932 South Carolina United States House of Representatives elections were held on November 8, 1932 to select six Representatives for two-year terms from the state of South Carolina. The state lost a seat from redistricting that occurred from the 1930 Census. Four incumbents were re-elected... |
Retired Democratic hold |
Robert W. Hemphill Robert W. Hemphill Robert Witherspoon Hemphill was a U.S. Representative from South Carolina, and later a long-serving United States federal judge. He was the great-great-nephew of Senator John Hemphill, great-nephew of John J... (D) Unopposed |
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John L. McMillan John L. McMillan John Lanneau McMillan was a United States Representative from South Carolina. Born on a farm near Mullins, he was educated at Mullins High School, the University of North Carolina, as well as the University of South Carolina Law School and National Law School in Washington, D.C... |
Democratic | 1938 United States House of Representatives elections in South Carolina, 1938 The 1938 South Carolina United States House of Representatives elections were held on November 8, 1938 to select six Representatives for two-year terms from the state of South Carolina. The primary elections were held on August 30 and the runoff elections were held two weeks later on September 13... |
Re-elected | John L. McMillan John L. McMillan John Lanneau McMillan was a United States Representative from South Carolina. Born on a farm near Mullins, he was educated at Mullins High School, the University of North Carolina, as well as the University of South Carolina Law School and National Law School in Washington, D.C... (D) Unopposed |
South Dakota
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Harold Lovre Harold Lovre Harold Orrin Lovre was a U.S. Republican politician.He was born in Toronto, South Dakota. He was elected as a Republican to the United States House of Representatives from South Dakota and served from January 3, 1949 to January 3, 1957. He ran for re-election to a fifth term in 1956 but lost to... |
Republican | 1948 | Lost re-election Democratic gain |
George McGovern George McGovern George Stanley McGovern is an historian, author, and former U.S. Representative, U.S. Senator, and the Democratic Party nominee in the 1972 presidential election.... (D) 52.4% Harold Lovre (R) 47.6% |
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Ellis Yarnal Berry Ellis Yarnal Berry Ellis Yarnall Berry was an attorney, newspaper publisher and politician, elected to the United States House of Representatives.-Early life and education:... |
Republican | 1950 | Re-elected | Ellis Yarnal Berry Ellis Yarnal Berry Ellis Yarnall Berry was an attorney, newspaper publisher and politician, elected to the United States House of Representatives.-Early life and education:... (R) 55.9% Tom Eastman, Jr. (D) 44.1% |
Tennessee
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B. Carroll Reece B. Carroll Reece Brazilla Carroll Reece was a U.S. Representative from Tennessee.-Early life and career:Reece was born on a farm near Butler, Tennessee, one of thirteen children of John Isaac and Sarah Maples Reece... |
Republican | 1950 | Re-elected | B. Carroll Reece B. Carroll Reece Brazilla Carroll Reece was a U.S. Representative from Tennessee.-Early life and career:Reece was born on a farm near Butler, Tennessee, one of thirteen children of John Isaac and Sarah Maples Reece... (R) 72.1% Arthur W. Bright (D) 27.8% R. G. Duvaney (I) 0.01% |
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Howard Baker, Sr. Howard Baker, Sr. Howard Henry Baker, Sr. was a United States Representative from Tennessee. He was a member of the Republican Party.-Biography:Baker was born in Somerset, Kentucky in 1902 to James F... |
Republican | 1950 | Re-elected | Howard Baker, Sr. Howard Baker, Sr. Howard Henry Baker, Sr. was a United States Representative from Tennessee. He was a member of the Republican Party.-Biography:Baker was born in Somerset, Kentucky in 1902 to James F... (R) 100.0% R. G. Crossno (I) 0.001% |
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James B. Frazier, Jr. James B. Frazier, Jr. James Beriah Frazier, Jr. was a U.S. Democratic politician.-Biography:He was born in Chattanooga, Tennessee. His father was James B. Frazier, who served as Governor of Tennessee from 1903 to 1905 and as a United States Senator from Tennessee from 1905 to 1911... |
Democratic | 1948 | Re-elected | James B. Frazier, Jr. James B. Frazier, Jr. James Beriah Frazier, Jr. was a U.S. Democratic politician.-Biography:He was born in Chattanooga, Tennessee. His father was James B. Frazier, who served as Governor of Tennessee from 1903 to 1905 and as a United States Senator from Tennessee from 1905 to 1911... (D) 53.7% P. H. Woods (R) 46.3% |
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Joe L. Evins Joe L. Evins Joseph Landon Evins was a Democratic U.S. Representative from Tennessee from 1947 to 1977.Evins was a native of the Blend Community of DeKalb County, Tennessee, the son of James Edgar Evins and Myrtie Goodson Evins. His father was a Tennessee state senator and a successful local businessman.Joe L... |
Democratic | 1946 | Re-elected | Joe L. Evins Joe L. Evins Joseph Landon Evins was a Democratic U.S. Representative from Tennessee from 1947 to 1977.Evins was a native of the Blend Community of DeKalb County, Tennessee, the son of James Edgar Evins and Myrtie Goodson Evins. His father was a Tennessee state senator and a successful local businessman.Joe L... (D) 98.4% Joe Smith (R) 1.6% Jack D. Walker (I) 0.002% |
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Percy Priest Percy Priest James Percy Priest was an American teacher, journalist and politician who represented Tennessee in the United States House of Representatives from 1941 until his death.- Background :Priest was born in Maury County, Tennessee... |
Democratic | 1940 | Died in office Democratic hold |
Joseph Carlton Loser Joseph Carlton Loser Joseph Carlton Loser was a Nashville, Tennessee Democratic politician.Loser was born in Davidson County, Tennessee. He attended public schools and the former YMCA Law School . He was secretary to the mayor of Nashville from 1917 to 1920 and was admitted to the bar in 1922... (D) 74.5% George Spence (R) 25.5% |
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Ross Bass Ross Bass Ross Bass was an American florist, postmaster, Congressman, and United States Senator from Tennessee.- Background :... |
Democratic | 1954 | Re-elected | Ross Bass Ross Bass Ross Bass was an American florist, postmaster, Congressman, and United States Senator from Tennessee.- Background :... (D) Unopposed |
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Tom J. Murray Tom J. Murray Thomas Jefferson Murray , usually known as Tom J. Murray, was a Democratic U.S. Representative from Tennessee from 1943 to 1966.-Early life:... |
Democratic | 1942 | Re-elected | Tom J. Murray Tom J. Murray Thomas Jefferson Murray , usually known as Tom J. Murray, was a Democratic U.S. Representative from Tennessee from 1943 to 1966.-Early life:... (D) Unopposed |
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Jere Cooper Jere Cooper Jere Cooper was a Democratic United States Representative from Tennessee.-Biography:Cooper was born on a farm near Dyersburg, Dyer County, Tennessee... |
Democratic | 1928 | Re-elected | Jere Cooper Jere Cooper Jere Cooper was a Democratic United States Representative from Tennessee.-Biography:Cooper was born on a farm near Dyersburg, Dyer County, Tennessee... (D) Unopposed |
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Clifford Davis Clifford Davis Clifford Davis was a Democratic U.S. Representative from Tennessee from 1940 to 1965.-Early life:Davis was born in Hazlehurst, Mississippi, moving to Memphis with his parents at age 14. There he completed the high school curriculum of the public schools, and in 1917 he completed law school at the... |
Democratic | 1940 | Re-elected | Clifford Davis Clifford Davis Clifford Davis was a Democratic U.S. Representative from Tennessee from 1940 to 1965.-Early life:Davis was born in Hazlehurst, Mississippi, moving to Memphis with his parents at age 14. There he completed the high school curriculum of the public schools, and in 1917 he completed law school at the... (D) 71.7% Herbert L. Harper (R) 28.3% Robert Dobbs (I) 0.003% Joseph Marsh (I) 0.001% |
Texas
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Wright Patman Wright Patman John William Wright Patman was a U.S. Congressman from Texas in Texas's 1st congressional district and chair of the United States House Committee on Banking and Currency .-Early life:... |
Democratic | 1928 | Re-elected | Wright Patman Wright Patman John William Wright Patman was a U.S. Congressman from Texas in Texas's 1st congressional district and chair of the United States House Committee on Banking and Currency .-Early life:... (D) Unopposed |
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Jack Brooks Jack Brooks (politician) Jack Bascom Brooks is a retired Democratic politician from the U.S. state of Texas, who served for more than 40 years in the U.S. House of Representatives. He was defeated for reelection in the 1994 election... |
Democratic | 1952 | Re-elected | Jack Brooks Jack Brooks (politician) Jack Bascom Brooks is a retired Democratic politician from the U.S. state of Texas, who served for more than 40 years in the U.S. House of Representatives. He was defeated for reelection in the 1994 election... (D) Unopposed |
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Brady P. Gentry Brady P. Gentry Brady Preston Gentry was a U.S. Representative from Texas.Born in Colfax, Texas, Gentry attended the public schools and East Texas State College, Commerce, Texas. He graduated from Cumberland University, Lebanon, Tennessee, and studied law. He was admitted to the bar and began practice in Tyler,... |
Democratic | 1952 | Retired Democratic hold |
Lindley Beckworth Lindley Beckworth Lindley Garrison Beckworth, Sr. was an American politician who represented Texas in the United States House of Representatives from 1939-1952 and 1957-1966.... (D) 83.5% R. E. Kennedy (R) 16.5% |
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Sam Rayburn Sam Rayburn Samuel Taliaferro Rayburn , often called "Mr. Sam," or "Mr. Democrat," was a Democratic lawmaker from Bonham, Texas, who served as the Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives for seventeen years, the longest tenure in U.S. history.- Background :Rayburn was born in Roane County, Tennessee, and... |
Democratic | 1912 | Re-elected | Sam Rayburn Sam Rayburn Samuel Taliaferro Rayburn , often called "Mr. Sam," or "Mr. Democrat," was a Democratic lawmaker from Bonham, Texas, who served as the Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives for seventeen years, the longest tenure in U.S. history.- Background :Rayburn was born in Roane County, Tennessee, and... (D) Unopposed |
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Bruce R. Alger | Republican | 1954 | Re-elected | Bruce R. Alger (R) 55.6% Henry Wade (D) 44.4% |
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Olin E. Teague Olin E. Teague Olin Earl "Tiger" Teague was a notable World War II veteran and Congressional representative for Texas's 6th congressional district for 32 years, from 1946 to 1978... |
Democratic | 1946 | Re-elected | Olin E. Teague Olin E. Teague Olin Earl "Tiger" Teague was a notable World War II veteran and Congressional representative for Texas's 6th congressional district for 32 years, from 1946 to 1978... (D) Unopposed |
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John Dowdy John Dowdy John Vernard Dowdy was an American politician. Dowdy was a Democratic member of the House of Representatives from the 7th District of Texas from 1953 to 1967 and then served as a congressman from the 2nd District of Texas until 1973, when he decided to retire under indictment for bribery.According... |
Democratic | 1952 | Re-elected | John Dowdy John Dowdy John Vernard Dowdy was an American politician. Dowdy was a Democratic member of the House of Representatives from the 7th District of Texas from 1953 to 1967 and then served as a congressman from the 2nd District of Texas until 1973, when he decided to retire under indictment for bribery.According... (D) Unopposed |
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Albert Richard Thomas Albert Richard Thomas This article is about the US Congressman. For the article on the French Socialist and First Director of the International Labour Organisation see Albert Thomas .... |
Democratic | 1936 | Re-elected | Albert Richard Thomas Albert Richard Thomas This article is about the US Congressman. For the article on the French Socialist and First Director of the International Labour Organisation see Albert Thomas .... (D) 60.4% C. Anthony Friloux, Jr. (R) 38.0% W. C. Miller (Const Constitution Party (United States) The Constitution Party is a paleoconservative political party in the United States. It was founded as the U.S. Taxpayers' Party by Howard Philips in 1991. Phillips was the party's candidate in the 1992, 1996 and 2000 presidential elections... ) 1.6% |
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Clark W. Thompson Clark W. Thompson Clark Wallace Thompson was born in La Crosse, Wisconsin on August 6, 1896 and moved to Oregon in 1901 with his parents, who settled in Cascade Locks. Thompson attended the common schools and the University of Oregon at Eugene. He enlisted in the United States Marine Corps during the First World... |
Democratic | 1947 | Re-elected | Clark W. Thompson Clark W. Thompson Clark Wallace Thompson was born in La Crosse, Wisconsin on August 6, 1896 and moved to Oregon in 1901 with his parents, who settled in Cascade Locks. Thompson attended the common schools and the University of Oregon at Eugene. He enlisted in the United States Marine Corps during the First World... (D) Unopposed |
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Homer Thornberry Homer Thornberry William Homer Thornberry was a United States Representative from the 10th congressional district of Texas from 1948 to 1963, and then was a federal judge.-Biography:... |
Democratic | 1948 | Re-elected | Homer Thornberry Homer Thornberry William Homer Thornberry was a United States Representative from the 10th congressional district of Texas from 1948 to 1963, and then was a federal judge.-Biography:... (D) Unopposed |
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William R. Poage William R. Poage William Robert Poage was a Texas politician.Poage was born in Waco, Texas and served in the United States Navy during World War I. He served in the Texas House of Representatives from 1925 to 1929, and in the Texas Senate from 1931 to 1937.In 1936, Poage was elected to the House of Representatives... |
Democratic | 1936 | Re-elected | William R. Poage William R. Poage William Robert Poage was a Texas politician.Poage was born in Waco, Texas and served in the United States Navy during World War I. He served in the Texas House of Representatives from 1925 to 1929, and in the Texas Senate from 1931 to 1937.In 1936, Poage was elected to the House of Representatives... (D) Unopposed |
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Jim Wright Jim Wright James Claude Wright, Jr. , usually known as Jim Wright, is a former Democratic U.S. Congressman from Texas who served 34 years in the U.S. House of Representatives and was the Speaker of the House from 1987 to 1989.-Early life:... |
Democratic | 1954 | Re-elected | Jim Wright Jim Wright James Claude Wright, Jr. , usually known as Jim Wright, is a former Democratic U.S. Congressman from Texas who served 34 years in the U.S. House of Representatives and was the Speaker of the House from 1987 to 1989.-Early life:... (D) Unopposed |
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Frank N. Ikard Frank N. Ikard Frank Neville Ikard was a United States Representative from Texas. He was born in Henrietta, Clay County, Texas and attended the public schools and the Schriener Institute, in Kerrville. He earned an A.B. at the University of Texas where he was a member of the Texas Cowboys, in 1936 as well as a... |
Democratic | 1951 | Re-elected | Frank N. Ikard Frank N. Ikard Frank Neville Ikard was a United States Representative from Texas. He was born in Henrietta, Clay County, Texas and attended the public schools and the Schriener Institute, in Kerrville. He earned an A.B. at the University of Texas where he was a member of the Texas Cowboys, in 1936 as well as a... (D) Unopposed |
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John J. Bell John J. Bell John Junior Bell was a U.S. Representative from Texas.Born in Cuero, Texas, Bell attended the public schools.He graduated from the University of Texas at Austin in 1932 and from its law school in 1936.... |
Democratic | 1954 | Lost renomination Democratic hold |
John Andrew Young John Andrew Young John Andrew Young was an Democratic politician from Texas who served in the U.S. House of Representatives from 1957 to 1979.... (D) 87.3% Olive B. Stichter (R) 12.7% |
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Joe M. Kilgore Joe M. Kilgore Joe Madison Kilgore was a U.S. Representative from Texas.Born in Brown County, near Brownwood, Texas, Kilgore attended the public schools of Rising Star, Texas.... |
Democratic | 1954 | Re-elected | Joe M. Kilgore Joe M. Kilgore Joe Madison Kilgore was a U.S. Representative from Texas.Born in Brown County, near Brownwood, Texas, Kilgore attended the public schools of Rising Star, Texas.... (D) Unopposed |
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J. T. Rutherford | Democratic | 1954 | Re-elected | J. T. Rutherford (D) 64.6% Charles H. Gibson (R) 35.4% |
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Omar Burleson Omar Burleson Omar Truman Burleson was a U.S. Representative from Texas.Born in Anson, the seat of Jones County, north of Abilene, Texas, Burleson attended the public schools and Abilene Christian College and Hardin-Simmons University, both in Abilene.Burleson graduated in 1929 from Cumberland University in... |
Democratic | 1946 | Re-elected | Omar Burleson Omar Burleson Omar Truman Burleson was a U.S. Representative from Texas.Born in Anson, the seat of Jones County, north of Abilene, Texas, Burleson attended the public schools and Abilene Christian College and Hardin-Simmons University, both in Abilene.Burleson graduated in 1929 from Cumberland University in... (D) Unopposed |
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Walter E. Rogers | Democratic | 1950 | Re-elected | Walter E. Rogers (D) Unopposed | |
George H. Mahon George H. Mahon George Herman Mahon was a Texas politician who served twenty-two consecutive terms as a member of the United States House of Representatives from the Lubbock-based 19th congressional district.... |
Democratic | 1934 | Re-elected | George H. Mahon George H. Mahon George Herman Mahon was a Texas politician who served twenty-two consecutive terms as a member of the United States House of Representatives from the Lubbock-based 19th congressional district.... (D) Unopposed |
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Paul J. Kilday Paul J. Kilday Paul Joseph Kilday was a U.S. Representative from Texas.-Early life and education:Born in Sabinal, Kilday was the sixth child of Patrick Kilday, an immigrant from Ireland who was established as a merchant, and his Texas-born wife, Mary Tallant Kilday. Kilday moved with his parents and siblings to... |
Democratic | 1938 | Re-elected | Paul J. Kilday Paul J. Kilday Paul Joseph Kilday was a U.S. Representative from Texas.-Early life and education:Born in Sabinal, Kilday was the sixth child of Patrick Kilday, an immigrant from Ireland who was established as a merchant, and his Texas-born wife, Mary Tallant Kilday. Kilday moved with his parents and siblings to... (D) Unopposed |
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O. C. Fisher O. C. Fisher Ovie Clark Fisher was an attorney and author who served his country for 32 years as United States Congressman from the 21st District of Texas.-Biography:... |
Democratic | 1942 | Re-elected | O. C. Fisher O. C. Fisher Ovie Clark Fisher was an attorney and author who served his country for 32 years as United States Congressman from the 21st District of Texas.-Biography:... (D) Unopposed |
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Martin Dies, Jr. Martin Dies, Jr. Martin Dies, Jr. was a Texas politician and a Democratic member of the United States House of Representatives. His father, Martin Dies, was also a member of the United States House of Representatives.-Biography:... |
Democratic | 1952 | Re-elected | Martin Dies, Jr. Martin Dies, Jr. Martin Dies, Jr. was a Texas politician and a Democratic member of the United States House of Representatives. His father, Martin Dies, was also a member of the United States House of Representatives.-Biography:... (D) 98.5% Fred T. Spangler (Const Constitution Party (United States) The Constitution Party is a paleoconservative political party in the United States. It was founded as the U.S. Taxpayers' Party by Howard Philips in 1991. Phillips was the party's candidate in the 1992, 1996 and 2000 presidential elections... ) 1.5% |
Utah
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Henry Aldous Dixon Henry Aldous Dixon Henry Aldous Dixon was a U.S. Representative from Utah and president of Weber College and Utah State Agricultural College.-Biography:... |
Republican | 1954 | Re-elected | Henry Aldous Dixon Henry Aldous Dixon Henry Aldous Dixon was a U.S. Representative from Utah and president of Weber College and Utah State Agricultural College.-Biography:... (R) 60.9% Carlyle F. Gronning (D) 39.1% |
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William A. Dawson William A. Dawson William Adams Dawson was a U.S. Representative from Utah.Born in Layton, Utah, Dawson attended the public schools.He graduated from the law department of the University of Utah in 1926.... |
Republican | 1952 | Re-elected | William A. Dawson William A. Dawson William Adams Dawson was a U.S. Representative from Utah.Born in Layton, Utah, Dawson attended the public schools.He graduated from the law department of the University of Utah in 1926.... (R) 57.6% Oscar W. McConkie, Jr. (D) 42.4% |
Vermont
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Winston L. Prouty Winston L. Prouty Winston Lewis Prouty was a United States Representative and Senator from Vermont.Winston Lewis Prouty was born in Newport, Vermont, to Willard Robert Prouty and Margaret Prouty. The Prouty family owned and operated Prouty & Miller, a lumber and building materials company, with forests east of the... |
Republican | 1950 | Re-elected | Winston L. Prouty Winston L. Prouty Winston Lewis Prouty was a United States Representative and Senator from Vermont.Winston Lewis Prouty was born in Newport, Vermont, to Willard Robert Prouty and Margaret Prouty. The Prouty family owned and operated Prouty & Miller, a lumber and building materials company, with forests east of the... (R) 67.1% Camille E. St. Amour (D) 32.9% |
Virginia
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Edward J. Robeson, Jr. Edward J. Robeson, Jr. Edward John Robeson, Jr. was a U.S. Representative from Virginia.Born in Waynesville, North Carolina, Robeson moved from Wythe County, Virginia, with his parents to Cartersville, Georgia, in 1891.... |
Democratic | 1950 | Re-elected | Edward J. Robeson, Jr. Edward J. Robeson, Jr. Edward John Robeson, Jr. was a U.S. Representative from Virginia.Born in Waynesville, North Carolina, Robeson moved from Wythe County, Virginia, with his parents to Cartersville, Georgia, in 1891.... (D) 50.8% Horace E. Henderson (R) 49.2% |
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Porter Hardy, Jr. Porter Hardy, Jr. Porter Hardy, Jr. was a U.S. Representative from Virginia.Born in Bon Air, Virginia, Hardy attended the public schools and Randolph-Macon Academy, Bedford, Virginia.... |
Democratic | 1946 | Re-elected | Porter Hardy, Jr. Porter Hardy, Jr. Porter Hardy, Jr. was a U.S. Representative from Virginia.Born in Bon Air, Virginia, Hardy attended the public schools and Randolph-Macon Academy, Bedford, Virginia.... (D) 76.4% William R. Burns (R) 23.6% |
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J. Vaughan Gary J. Vaughan Gary Julian Vaughan Gary was a U.S. Representative from Virginia.-Biography:Born in Richmond, Virginia, Gary was a graduate of the University of Richmond . He was admitted to the bar in 1915 and commenced practice in Richmond, Virginia... |
Democratic | 1945 | Re-elected | J. Vaughan Gary J. Vaughan Gary Julian Vaughan Gary was a U.S. Representative from Virginia.-Biography:Born in Richmond, Virginia, Gary was a graduate of the University of Richmond . He was admitted to the bar in 1915 and commenced practice in Richmond, Virginia... (D) 59.1% Royal E. Cabell, Jr. (R) 40.9% |
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Watkins Moorman Abbitt Watkins Moorman Abbitt Watkins Moorman Abbitt was a U.S. Representative from Virginia. He was born in Lynchburg, Virginia and graduated from Appomattox Agricultural High School in Appomattox, Virginia in 1925. He earned an LL.B. from the University of Richmond in 1931 and began the practice of law in Appomattox. He... |
Democratic | 1948 | Re-elected | Watkins Moorman Abbitt Watkins Moorman Abbitt Watkins Moorman Abbitt was a U.S. Representative from Virginia. He was born in Lynchburg, Virginia and graduated from Appomattox Agricultural High School in Appomattox, Virginia in 1925. He earned an LL.B. from the University of Richmond in 1931 and began the practice of law in Appomattox. He... (D) Unopposed |
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William M. Tuck William M. Tuck William Munford Tuck served as the 55th Governor of Virginia from 1946 to 1950 as a Democrat.He was the youngest son of Halifax County, Virginia tobacco warehouseman Robert James Tuck and Virginia Susan Fritts. Tuck graduated from the College of William and Mary, earning a teacher's certificate.... |
Democratic | 1953 | Re-elected | William M. Tuck William M. Tuck William Munford Tuck served as the 55th Governor of Virginia from 1946 to 1950 as a Democrat.He was the youngest son of Halifax County, Virginia tobacco warehouseman Robert James Tuck and Virginia Susan Fritts. Tuck graduated from the College of William and Mary, earning a teacher's certificate.... (D) 67.4% Jackson L. Kiser (R) 32.6% |
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Richard Harding Poff Richard Harding Poff Richard Harding Poff was an American politician and judge. He was first elected to the United States House of Representatives in 1952, representing Virginia's Sixth District... |
Republican | 1952 | Re-elected | Richard Harding Poff Richard Harding Poff Richard Harding Poff was an American politician and judge. He was first elected to the United States House of Representatives in 1952, representing Virginia's Sixth District... (R) 62.1% John L. Whitehead (D) 37.6% J. B. Brayman (Social-Democrat) 0.3% |
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Burr Harrison Burr Harrison Burr Powell Harrison was a U.S. Representative from Virginia, son of Thomas W. Harrison.Born in Winchester, Virginia, Harrison attended the public schools, Woodberry Forest School, Virginia Military Institute, Hampden-Sydney College, and the University of Virginia.He was graduated from Georgetown... |
Democratic | 1946 | Re-elected | Burr Harrison Burr Harrison Burr Powell Harrison was a U.S. Representative from Virginia, son of Thomas W. Harrison.Born in Winchester, Virginia, Harrison attended the public schools, Woodberry Forest School, Virginia Military Institute, Hampden-Sydney College, and the University of Virginia.He was graduated from Georgetown... (D) 69.0% A. R. Dunning (R) 31.0% |
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Howard W. Smith Howard W. Smith Howard Worth Smith , Democratic U.S. Representative from Virginia, was a leader of the conservative coalition who supported both racial segregation and women's rights.-Early life and education:... |
Democratic | 1930 | Re-elected | Howard W. Smith Howard W. Smith Howard Worth Smith , Democratic U.S. Representative from Virginia, was a leader of the conservative coalition who supported both racial segregation and women's rights.-Early life and education:... (D) 67.3% Horace B. Clay (R) 32.7% |
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William Pat Jennings William Pat Jennings William Pat Jennings was a United States Representative from Virginia. He was born on a farm in Camp in Smyth County, Virginia. He earned a B.S. degree from the Virginia Polytechnic Institute in Blacksburg, 1941. He entered the United States Army in July 1941 during World War II... |
Democratic | 1954 | Re-elected | William Pat Jennings William Pat Jennings William Pat Jennings was a United States Representative from Virginia. He was born on a farm in Camp in Smyth County, Virginia. He earned a B.S. degree from the Virginia Polytechnic Institute in Blacksburg, 1941. He entered the United States Army in July 1941 during World War II... (D) 54.1% William Creed Wampler (R) 45.9% |
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Joel T. Broyhill | Republican | 1952 | Re-elected | Joel T. Broyhill (R) 56.2% Warren D. Quenstedt (D) 42.9% Richard O. Read (I) 0.9% |
Washington
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Thomas Pelly Thomas Pelly Thomas Minor Pelly , an American politician born in Seattle, Washington, served as a member of the United States House of Representatives from 1953 to 1973. He represented the First Congressional District of Washington as a Republican. Due to health concerns, he did not run for re-election in... |
Republican | 1952 | Re-elected | Thomas Pelly Thomas Pelly Thomas Minor Pelly , an American politician born in Seattle, Washington, served as a member of the United States House of Representatives from 1953 to 1973. He represented the First Congressional District of Washington as a Republican. Due to health concerns, he did not run for re-election in... (R) 58.1% James B. Wilson (D) 41.9% |
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Jack Westland | Republican | 1952 | Re-elected | Jack Westland (R) 56.0% Payson Peterson (D) 44.0% |
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Russell V. Mack Russell V. Mack Russell Vernon Mack born on July 13, 1891 in Hillman, Michigan, served as a member of the United States House of Representatives representing Washington State's 3rd District from 1947 to 1960. Mack moved to Aberdeen, Washington in 1895. Mack was educated at Stanford University in California, and... |
Republican | 1947 | Re-elected | Russell V. Mack Russell V. Mack Russell Vernon Mack born on July 13, 1891 in Hillman, Michigan, served as a member of the United States House of Representatives representing Washington State's 3rd District from 1947 to 1960. Mack moved to Aberdeen, Washington in 1895. Mack was educated at Stanford University in California, and... (R) 56.5% Al McCoy (D) 43.5% |
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Hal Holmes Hal Holmes Otis Halbert Holmes was a U.S. Representative from Washington, and grandson of Dudley Chase Haskell.Born in Cresco, Iowa, Holmes moved in 1915 to Walla Walla, Washington, where he attended the public schools.... |
Republican | 1942 | Re-elected | Hal Holmes Hal Holmes Otis Halbert Holmes was a U.S. Representative from Washington, and grandson of Dudley Chase Haskell.Born in Cresco, Iowa, Holmes moved in 1915 to Walla Walla, Washington, where he attended the public schools.... (R) 50.4% Frank LeRoux (D) 49.6% |
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Walt Horan Walt Horan Walter Franklin Horan , American politician, was a Republican member of the United States House of Representatives for ten terms from January 3, 1943 to January 3, 1965, representing the Fifth Congressional District of Washington.... |
Republican | 1942 | Re-elected | Walt Horan Walt Horan Walter Franklin Horan , American politician, was a Republican member of the United States House of Representatives for ten terms from January 3, 1943 to January 3, 1965, representing the Fifth Congressional District of Washington.... (R) 53.8% Tom Delaney (D) 46.2% |
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Thor C. Tollefson Thor C. Tollefson Thor Carl Tollefson was a U.S. Representative from Washington.-Background:Born in Perley, Minnesota, Tollefson moved to Tacoma, Washington during 1912. He attended public schools, graduating from Lincoln High School in 1924... |
Republican | 1946 | Re-elected | Thor C. Tollefson Thor C. Tollefson Thor Carl Tollefson was a U.S. Representative from Washington.-Background:Born in Perley, Minnesota, Tollefson moved to Tacoma, Washington during 1912. He attended public schools, graduating from Lincoln High School in 1924... (R) 54.0% John T. McCutcheon (D) 46.0% |
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Donald H. Magnuson Donald H. Magnuson Donald Hammer Magnuson was a U.S. Representative from Washington and an investigative journalist for the Daily Olympian and Seattle Times.-Background:... |
Democratic | 1952 | Re-elected | Donald H. Magnuson Donald H. Magnuson Donald Hammer Magnuson was a U.S. Representative from Washington and an investigative journalist for the Daily Olympian and Seattle Times.-Background:... (D) 58.5% Philip Evans (R) 41.5% |
West Virginia
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Bob Mollohan Bob Mollohan Robert "Bob" Homer Mollohan was a former member of the United States House of Representatives. A Democrat from West Virginia, Mollohan was succeeded in Congress by his son, Alan.... |
Democratic | 1952 | Retired to run for Governor Republican gain |
Arch A. Moore, Jr. Arch A. Moore, Jr. Arch Alfred Moore, Jr. was the 28th and 30th Governor of West Virginia from 1969 until 1977 and from 1985 until 1989. He was a Congressman from 1957 until entering the governor's office. He is a member of the United States Republican Party. He ran for reelection in 1988, but was defeated by... (R) 50.3% C. Lee Spillers (D) 49.7% |
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Harley O. Staggers | Democratic | 1948 | Re-elected | Harley O. Staggers (D) 52.4% Mary Elkins (R) 47.6% |
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Cleveland M. Bailey Cleveland M. Bailey Cleveland Monroe Bailey was a U.S. Representative from West Virginia.Born on a farm near St. Marys, Pleasants County, W.Virginia, Bailey attended the public schools, and West Liberty State College, West Liberty, W.Virginia.... |
Democratic | 1948 | Re-elected | Cleveland M. Bailey Cleveland M. Bailey Cleveland Monroe Bailey was a U.S. Representative from West Virginia.Born on a farm near St. Marys, Pleasants County, W.Virginia, Bailey attended the public schools, and West Liberty State College, West Liberty, W.Virginia.... (D) 51.5% Daniel L. Louchery (R) 48.5% |
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Maurice G. Burnside Maurice G. Burnside Maurice Gwinn Burnside was a professor, tobacco warehouse manager, and U.S. Representative from Huntington, West Virginia.... |
Democratic | 1954 | Lost re-election Republican gain |
Will E. Neal Will E. Neal William Elmer Neal was a physician and U.S. Representative from West Virginia.Born on a farm near Proctorville, Ohio, Neal attended the public schools.He graduated from Proctorville High School in 1894.... (R) 52.8% Maurice G. Burnside (D) 47.2% |
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Elizabeth Kee Elizabeth Kee Maude Elizabeth Kee , known more generally as Elizabeth Kee, was a U.S. Democratic politician. She was the first woman elected to Congress from West Virginia.-Biography:... |
Democratic | 1951 | Re-elected | Elizabeth Kee Elizabeth Kee Maude Elizabeth Kee , known more generally as Elizabeth Kee, was a U.S. Democratic politician. She was the first woman elected to Congress from West Virginia.-Biography:... (D) 60.7% William H. Sanders (R) 39.3% |
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Robert Byrd Robert Byrd Robert Carlyle Byrd was a United States Senator from West Virginia. A member of the Democratic Party, Byrd served as a U.S. Representative from 1953 until 1959 and as a U.S. Senator from 1959 to 2010... |
Democratic | 1952 | Re-elected | Robert Byrd Robert Byrd Robert Carlyle Byrd was a United States Senator from West Virginia. A member of the Democratic Party, Byrd served as a U.S. Representative from 1953 until 1959 and as a U.S. Senator from 1959 to 2010... (D) 57.4% Cleo C. Jones (R) 42.6% |
Wisconsin
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Lawrence H. Smith Lawrence H. Smith Lawrence Henry Smith was a U.S. Representative from Wisconsin.Born in Racine, Wisconsin, Smith attended the public schools and Milwaukee State Teachers College. He graduated from the Marquette University Law School, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, in 1923... |
Republican | 1941 | Re-elected | Lawrence H. Smith Lawrence H. Smith Lawrence Henry Smith was a U.S. Representative from Wisconsin.Born in Racine, Wisconsin, Smith attended the public schools and Milwaukee State Teachers College. He graduated from the Marquette University Law School, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, in 1923... (R) 57.1% Gerald T. Flynn (D) 42.9% |
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Glenn Robert Davis Glenn Robert Davis Glenn Robert Davis was a member of the United States House of Representatives for Wisconsin's Second Congressional District from April 22, 1947 to January 3, 1957, and Wisconsin's Ninth Congressional District from January 3, 1965 to December 31, 1974.-Early life and education:Davis was born on a... |
Republican | 1947 | Retired to run for U. S. Senate Republican hold |
Donald Edgar Tewes Donald Edgar Tewes Donald Edgar Tewes is a retired businessman and a Republican member of the United States House of Representatives for Wisconsin's Second Congressional District from January 3, 1957 to January 3, 1959.... (R) 55.3% Robert W. Kastenmeier (D) 44.7% |
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Gardner R. Withrow Gardner R. Withrow Gardner Robert Withrow was a member of the United States House of Representatives from 1931–1939 and again from 1949–1961, when he did not seek reelection. Withrow was born in La Crosse, Wisconsin, and worked for the railroad and was involved in the labor union. He was a member of the Wisconsin... |
Republican | 1948 | Re-elected | Gardner R. Withrow Gardner R. Withrow Gardner Robert Withrow was a member of the United States House of Representatives from 1931–1939 and again from 1949–1961, when he did not seek reelection. Withrow was born in La Crosse, Wisconsin, and worked for the railroad and was involved in the labor union. He was a member of the Wisconsin... (R) 61.2% Norman M. Clapp (D) 38.8% |
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Clement J. Zablocki Clement J. Zablocki Clement John Zablocki was an American politician from the state of Wisconsin.-Career:Zablocki was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin and he graduated from Marquette University. Zablocki was elected to the Wisconsin State Senate in 1942. He was elected to the House of Representatives in 1948 as a Democrat... |
Democratic | 1948 | Re-elected | Clement J. Zablocki Clement J. Zablocki Clement John Zablocki was an American politician from the state of Wisconsin.-Career:Zablocki was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin and he graduated from Marquette University. Zablocki was elected to the Wisconsin State Senate in 1942. He was elected to the House of Representatives in 1948 as a Democrat... (D) 65.7% William J. Burke (R) 34.3% |
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Henry S. Reuss Henry S. Reuss Henry Schoellkopf Reuss was a Democrat U.S. Representative from Wisconsin.-Childhood and education:He was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin and grew up in that city's German section. Reuss earned his A.B. from Cornell University in 1933 and was a member of the Sphinx Head Society. He then earned his LL.B... |
Democratic | 1954 | Re-elected | Henry S. Reuss Henry S. Reuss Henry Schoellkopf Reuss was a Democrat U.S. Representative from Wisconsin.-Childhood and education:He was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin and grew up in that city's German section. Reuss earned his A.B. from Cornell University in 1933 and was a member of the Sphinx Head Society. He then earned his LL.B... (D) 57.8% Russell Wirth, Jr. (R) 42.2% |
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William Van Pelt William Van Pelt William Kaiser Van Pelt was a Republican member of the United States House of Representatives from 1951–1965, serving Wisconsin's 6th District. Van Pelt owned City Fuel Company and was involved in the Republican Party. He was defeated for re-election in 1964 after serving seven terms.He was born... |
Republican | 1950 | Re-elected | William Van Pelt William Van Pelt William Kaiser Van Pelt was a Republican member of the United States House of Representatives from 1951–1965, serving Wisconsin's 6th District. Van Pelt owned City Fuel Company and was involved in the Republican Party. He was defeated for re-election in 1964 after serving seven terms.He was born... (R) 67.2% Rudolph J. Ploetz (D) 32.8% |
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Melvin R. Laird Melvin R. Laird Melvin Robert Laird is an American politician and writer. Laird was a Republican congressman who also served as Richard Nixon's Secretary of Defense from 1969 to 1973. Laird urged Nixon to maintain a policy of withdrawing US soldiers from Vietnam... |
Republican | 1952 | Re-elected | Melvin R. Laird Melvin R. Laird Melvin Robert Laird is an American politician and writer. Laird was a Republican congressman who also served as Richard Nixon's Secretary of Defense from 1969 to 1973. Laird urged Nixon to maintain a policy of withdrawing US soldiers from Vietnam... (R) 61.8% Margaret Anderson (D) 38.2% |
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John W. Byrnes John W. Byrnes John William Byrnes was a Republican member of the United States House of Representatives from Wisconsin from 1945 until 1973, when he did not seek reelection. He also served in the Wisconsin State Senate.-External links:... |
Republican | 1944 | Re-elected | John W. Byrnes John W. Byrnes John William Byrnes was a Republican member of the United States House of Representatives from Wisconsin from 1945 until 1973, when he did not seek reelection. He also served in the Wisconsin State Senate.-External links:... (R) 64.6% Milo Singler (D) 35.4% |
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Lester Johnson Lester Johnson Lester Roland Johnson was a U.S. Representative from Wisconsin.-Biography:Born in Brandon, Wisconsin, Johnson attended the public schools and Lawrence University from 1919 to 1921.... |
Democratic | 1953 | Re-elected | Lester Johnson Lester Johnson Lester Roland Johnson was a U.S. Representative from Wisconsin.-Biography:Born in Brandon, Wisconsin, Johnson attended the public schools and Lawrence University from 1919 to 1921.... (D) 51.4% Arthur L. Peterson (R) 48.6% |
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Alvin E. O'Konski | Republican | 1942 | Re-elected | Alvin E. O'Konski (R) 64.5% Carl E. Lauri (D) 35.5% |
Wyoming
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Edwin Keith Thomson Edwin Keith Thomson Edwin Keith Thomson was a United States Representative from Wyoming. Born in Newcastle, Wyoming, he attended the public schools in Beulah, Wyoming and Spearfish, South Dakota... |
Republican | 1954 | Re-elected | Edwin Keith Thomson Edwin Keith Thomson Edwin Keith Thomson was a United States Representative from Wyoming. Born in Newcastle, Wyoming, he attended the public schools in Beulah, Wyoming and Spearfish, South Dakota... (R) 58.2% Jerry A. O'Callaghan (D) 41.8% |
See also
- 85th United States Congress85th United States CongressThe Eighty-fifth United States Congress was a meeting of the legislative branch of the United States federal government, composed of the United States Senate and the United States House of Representatives. It met in Washington, DC from January 3, 1957 to January 3, 1959, during the fifth and sixth...
- United States Senate elections, 1956
- United States presidential election, 1956United States presidential election, 1956The United States presidential election of 1956 saw a popular Dwight D. Eisenhower successfully run for re-election. The 1956 election was a rematch of 1952, as Eisenhower's opponent in 1956 was Democrat Adlai Stevenson, whom Eisenhower had defeated four years earlier.Incumbent President Eisenhower...