Congressman Collection (#6)

HAROLD GROSS (1899-1987). American politician and Iowa congressman. Photograph, c1960

MARTIN DIES JR. (1900-1972). American politician and Texas congressman. Photograph, 1952

CLARE HOFFMAN (1875-1967). American politician and Michigan congressman. Photograph, 1956

DANIEL ALDEN REED (1875-1959). American football coach and New York congressman. Photograph, 1954

ARTHUR VIVIAN WATKINS (1886-1973). United States Senator from the state of Utah. Photograph, 1951

DENNIS CHAVEZ (1888-1962). American congressmen and senator from New Mexico. Photograph, c1945

JOHN LINDSAY (1920-2000). American congressman and mayor of New York City, 1965-73. Lindsay carrying his proposed budget to a meeting. Photograph by Orlando Fernandez, April 1966

JOHN H. TOLAN (1877-1947). United States Representative from California. Photograph, 1940

Alexander Mitchell Palmer (1872-1936). u
ALEXANDER MITCHELL PALMER (1872-1936). U.S. Attorney General and Pennsylvania Congressman known for launching the Palmer Raids. Photograph, early 20th century

JOHN LINDSAY (1921-2000). American congressman and mayor of New York City, 1965-73. Photographed speaking at City Hall in New York City, at the Board of Estimate meeting, 15 April 1963

JERRY VOORHIS (1901-1984). Horace Jeremiah Jerry Voorhis. Democratic politician from California. Photograph, 1939

NEWT VIRGUS MILLS (1899-1996). U. S. Representative from Louisiana
NEWT VIRGUS MILLS (1899-1996). U.S. Representative from Louisiana. Mills, who was a cotton farmer before entering the legislature, posed as a planter for a photographer, 1939

HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES. A session of the House of Representatives in the U. S
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES. A session of the House of Representatives in the U.S. Capitol in Washington D.C. Photograph, c1925

GOLFERS, c1926. American politicians waiting their turn on the golf course at the Chevy Chase Club outside of Washington D.C. Left to right: Herbert W. Taylor, William N. Jardine, Albert H

SMOOT-HAWLEY TARIFF ACT. Senator Reed Smoot, left, and Representative Willis C. Hawley on the steps of the Capitol with baskets of petitions for reductions in their proposed tariff bill

71st CONGRESS, 1929. Former Clerk of the House of Representatives, William Tyler Page (1868-1942), giving a lecture to newly elected members of the 71st Congress about their new duties at the Capitol

HAWLEY AND SMOOT, 1929. Representative Willis C. Hawley (left) and Senator Reed Smoot, advocates of the Hawley-Smoot Tariff Act. Photograph, 11 April 1929

HAWLEY-SMOOT TARIFF ACT. Representative Willis C. Hawley (right) and Senator Reed Smoot (left) speaking at a rally to gain support for the Hawley-Smoot Tariff Act, 7 December 1929

DANIEL WEBSTER (1782-1852). American lawyer and statesman. Addressing the United States Senate in the great debate on the Constitution and the Union, 1850. American lithograph, 1860

Chief Justice Marshall (1755-1835) (oil on canvas)
XBP344387 Chief Justice Marshall (1755-1835) (oil on canvas) by Harding, Chester (1792-1866); Private Collection; (add.info)

Daniel Webster (1782-1852) (litho)
KW237046 Daniel Webster (1782-1852) (litho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: one of architects of Constitution; ); Ken Welsh; American, out of copyright

Daniel Webster, from The History of the United States, Vol. II, by Charles Mackay
BAL124919 Daniel Webster, from The History of the United States, Vol. II, by Charles Mackay, engraved by T. Knight from a daguerrotype (engraving) by Brady

Artemas Ward (engraving)
KW1073720 Artemas Ward (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Artemas Ward, 1727 A-1800)

John Dickinson (engraving)
KW1073694 John Dickinson (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: John Dickinson, 1732-1808)

WILLIAM FINDLEY (1742-1821). American (Irish born) farmer and congressman. Oil on canvas by Rembrandt Peale, 1805

ELECTORAL COMMISSION, 1877. Florida Case. Representative David Dudley Field appearing before the Electoral Commission created to resolve twenty disputed electoral votes, including four from Florida

JOHNSON IMPEACHMENT, 1868. Members of the House of Representatives arriving at the Senate Chamber during the impeachment trial of President Andrew Johnson, April 1868

JOSEPH HAYNE RAINEY (1832-1887). American politician and first African American to serve in the U.S. House of Representatives. Photograph, 1860s or 1870s

RICHARD SCHELL (1810-1879). American politician. Engraving, 1873

BENJAMIN RYAN TILLMAN (1847-1918). Nicknamed, Pitchfork Ben. American politician and legislator

THOMAS BRACKETT REED (1839-1902). American lawyer and legislator. Speaker of the House of Representatives from 1889-91 and 1895-99. Photographed in 1890

THOMAS SPIGHT (1841-1924). American politician. Drawing, 1902, by Thomas Fleming

WILLIAM WINDOM (1827-1891). American statesman. Secretary of the Treasury under President James Garfield. Photograph, c1875

DANIEL WEBSTER (1782-1852). American lawyer and statesman. Painting, 1824, by John Wood

ALEXANDER MITCHELL PALMER (1872-1936). U. S. attorney general and politician. Photograph
ALEXANDER MITCHELL PALMER (1872-1936). U.S. attorney general and politician. Photograph, c1915

CHARLES PINCKNEY (1757-1824). American legislator. Etching, 1888, by Albert Rosenthal

JOHN LLEWELLYN LEWIS (1880-1969). American labor leader. Lewis (right) meeting with California Representative John Nolan, 1922

HENRY CABOT LODGE (1850-1924). American legislator and author. Drawing by George W. Breck, 1894

JOSIAH STODDARD JOHNSTON (1784-1833). American lawyer and legislator. Drawing, 19th century

JOSEPH CLIFFORD HENDRIX (1853-1904). American politician. Postmaster of Brooklyn, 1886-1890, and Democratic Congressman, 1893-1895. Engraving, American, 1886

WILLIAM JORDAN GRAVES (1805-1848). U. S. Representative from Kentucky. Lithograph, c1840
WILLIAM JORDAN GRAVES (1805-1848). U.S. Representative from Kentucky. Lithograph, c1840

SIMEON DAVISON FESS (1861-1936). Republican politician and educator. Photograph, 1913

WILLIAM HENRY HATCH (1833-1896). American legislator

THOMAS CORWIN (1794-1865). American politician. Lithograph by Nathaniel Currier, c1847

SUMNER AND BROOKS, 1856. Arguments of the Chivalry. Preston S. Brooks attacking Charles Sumner with a cane on the Senate floor, 22 May 1856. At left is Lawrence M. Keitt, Stephen A

PRESTON SMITH BROOKS (1819-1857). American Democratic Congressman from South Carolina. Mezzotint, c1857

JOSEPH G. CANNON (1836-1926). American political leader. Photograph, c1915

RICHARD CROWLEY (1836-1908). American jurist and legislator

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"Trailblazers in Congress: Pioneering Black Senators and Representatives" In 1872, history was made as the first colored senators and representatives took their seats in the 41st Congress. These remarkable individuals shattered barriers and paved the way for future generations of African American leaders. One such trailblazer was Thaddeus Stevens, a prominent figure in the abolitionist movement who fought tirelessly for equal rights. His unwavering dedication laid the foundation for progress that would follow. Adlai Stevenson, captured in a captivating black-and-white photo from around 1900, stands as a testament to perseverance. As one of the early black senators, he defied societal norms and championed justice within the hallowed halls of Congress. William Brown McKinley represented Illinois with distinction during his tenure as a representative in 1915. His commitment to serving his constituents exemplified true leadership and integrity. Walter Pierce's image at his desk in 1934 showcases an individual deeply engrossed in legislative matters. With determination etched on his face, he worked diligently to shape policies that would benefit all Americans. John Nance Garner held the esteemed position of Speaker of the United States House of Representatives during December 1931. This powerful portrait captures him wielding a gavel with authority, symbolizing his influential role within Congress. Joseph Byrns' photograph from around 1935 depicts another speaker who left an indelible mark on American politics. Through eloquence and strategic maneuvering, he helped steer our nation through challenging times. Honorable Hiram Price's image dates back between 1855-1865 when America grappled with profound social changes. Though little is known about this enigmatic figure, it is clear that he played a significant role during this transformative era. Lastly, William Randolph Steele emerges from history's shadows as Wyoming's representative from 1865-1880—a period marked by reconstruction and the fight for civil rights.