James F. Simmons
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For other people with the same name, see James Simmons (disambiguation).
James Fowler Simmons (September 10, 1795 – July 10, 1864) was a businessman and politician from Rhode Island who twice served as a United States senator, first as a Whig and then as a Republican.
Quick Facts United States Senator from Rhode Island, Preceded by ...
James Simmons | |
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United States Senator from Rhode Island | |
In office March 4, 1857 – September 5, 1862 | |
Preceded by | Charles James |
Succeeded by | Samuel G. Arnold |
In office March 4, 1841 – March 3, 1847 | |
Preceded by | Nehemiah R. Knight |
Succeeded by | John Clarke |
Member of the Rhode Island House of Representatives | |
In office 1828–1841 | |
Personal details | |
Born | James Fowler Simmons (1795-09-10)September 10, 1795 Little Compton, Rhode Island, U.S. |
Died | July 10, 1864(1864-07-10) (aged 68) Johnston, Rhode Island, U.S. |
Political party | Whig (Before 1854) Republican (1854–1864) |
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He is notable for having the Senate consider expelling him for corruption during his second term as a Senator.