Joseph S. Fowler
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Joseph Smith Fowler (August 31, 1820 – April 1, 1902) was an American attorney and politician. As a resident of Tennessee, he was notable for his support of the Union during the American Civil War. Fowler served as state comptroller during the military governorship of Andrew Johnson. After the war, Fowler served as a United States Senator from Tennessee from 1866 to 1871.
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Joseph Smith Fowler | |
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United States Senator from Tennessee | |
In office July 24, 1866 – March 3, 1871 | |
Preceded by | Alfred O. P. Nicholson |
Succeeded by | Henry Cooper |
Tennessee Comptroller of the Treasury | |
In office May, 1862 – May 1865 | |
Preceded by | James T. Dunlap |
Succeeded by | Samuel W. Hatchett |
Personal details | |
Born | (1820-08-31)August 31, 1820 Steubenville, Ohio |
Died | April 1, 1902(1902-04-01) (aged 81) Washington, D.C. |
Resting place | Lexington Cemetery, Lexington, Kentucky |
Political party | Republican |
Education | Franklin College, New Athens, Ohio |
Profession | Attorney |
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