Congressman Collection (#7)

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

PHILIP PENDLETON BARBOUR (1783-1841). U.S. Congressman and an Associate Justice of the United States Supreme Court. Etching by Albert Rosenthal, 1889

CREDIT MOBILIER SCANDAL. The Cherubs of the Credit Mobilier. Cartoon, 1873, by Thomas Nast on the censure by the House of Representatives of Congressman James Brooks of New York (left)

CREDIT MOBILIER CARTOON. The Cherubs of the Credit Mobilier. Cartoon, 1873, by Thomas Nast on the censure by the House of Representatives of Congressman James Brooks of New York (left)

GROVER CLEVELAND CARTOON. Mutiny! Can the Captain Regain Control of the Ship? President Grover Cleveland, as captain of the good ship Democracy

AFRICAN AMERICANS, c1883. Distinguished Colored Men. Portraits of Frederick Douglass, Robert Brown Elliott, Blanch Kelso Bruce, William Wells Brown, Richard Theodore Greener, Reverend Richard Allen

U. S. : 59TH CONGRESS, 1906. The opening ceramonies of the 59th United States Congress
U.S.: 59TH CONGRESS, 1906. The opening ceramonies of the 59th United States Congress, second session, with Speaker of the House Joseph G. Cannon presiding over the House of Representatives

MEMBERS OF CONGRESS, 1792. Printed list of Senators and Representatives along with their Philadelphia addresses, 1792

ALEXANDER GILLON (1741-1794). American (Dutch-born) merchant, naval officer, and representative of South Carolina. Oil painting, 18th century

U. S. CONGRESS: HOUSE, 1848. The House of Representatives in session. Lithograph, 1848
U.S. CONGRESS: HOUSE, 1848. The House of Representatives in session. Lithograph, 1848

VICTORIA CLAFLIN WOODHULL (1838-1927). American reformer. Victoria Claflin Woodhull reading her argument in favor of womens suffrage before the Judiciary Committee of the House of Representatives in

Old House of Representatives, painted by Samuel F. B. Morse. Oil on canvas, 1822
U.S. CONGRESS: HOUSE. Old House of Representatives, painted by Samuel F.B. Morse. Oil on canvas, 1822

(1810-1898). American legislator. Steel engraving, 19th century
JUSTIN SMITH MORRILL (1810-1898). American legislator. Steel engraving, 19th century

American lawyer and statesman. Daguerreotype, 1850, by Southworth and Hawes
DANIEL WEBSTER (1782-1852). American lawyer and statesman. Daguerreotype, 1850, by Southworth and Hawes

Portrait of John F. Kennedy

Abram Hewitt, US industrialist
Abram Stevens Hewitt (1822-1903), US industrialist and politician. Hewitt studied at Columbia College in New York, before becoming a lawyer

GERALD R. FORD (1913-2006). 38th President of the United States. Photographed while Minority Leader of the House of Representatives, c1966

WILBUR MILLS (1909-1992). American politician. Representative Mills at a press conference announcing his bid for presidential nomination. Photograph by Wally McNamee, May 1972

FRANCES P. BOLTON (1885-1977). Republican politician from Ohio. Bolton being sworn into the House of Representatives with, from left, Representatives George H. Bender, Speaker Bankhead, and L.L

A day with a nervous congressman. Illustration shows a vignette cartoon with a nervous congressman suspecting everyone he meets to be a spy investigating him; generally

Daniel Dewey Barnard
DANIEL DEWEY BARNARD American lawyer and congressman Date: 1796 - 1861

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Russell Sage, circa 1900. Printed color lithograph of a drawing by William Nicholson

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Roger Sherman, full portrait, with his signature. Hand-colored 19th-century engraving reproduction of a painting

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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.