William A. Wallace
American lawyer and politician (1827–1896) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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For other people named William Wallace, see William Wallace (disambiguation).
Not to be confused with William A. Wallace (Illinois politician).
William Andrew Wallace (November 28, 1827 – May 22, 1896) was an American lawyer and politician from Pennsylvania who served as a Democratic member of the United States Senate for Pennsylvania from 1875 to 1881. He also served as a member of the Pennsylvania State Senate for the 20th district from 1863 to 1886 including as speaker in 1871.
Quick Facts United States Senator from Pennsylvania, Preceded by ...
William Wallace | |
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United States Senator from Pennsylvania | |
In office March 4, 1875 – March 4, 1881 | |
Preceded by | John Scott |
Succeeded by | John I. Mitchell |
Chairman of the Senate Democratic Caucus | |
In office March 4, 1877 – March 4, 1881 | |
Preceded by | John W. Stevenson |
Succeeded by | George H. Pendleton |
Member of the Pennsylvania Senate for the 34th district | |
In office 1875–1886 | |
Member of the Pennsylvania Senate for the 18th district | |
In office 1872–1874 | |
Member of the Pennsylvania Senate for the 23rd district | |
In office 1865–1871 | |
Member of the Pennsylvania Senate for the 20th district | |
In office 1863–1864 | |
Personal details | |
Born | William Andrew Wallace (1827-11-28)November 28, 1827 Huntingdon, Pennsylvania, U.S. |
Died | May 22, 1896(1896-05-22) (aged 68) New York City, U.S. |
Political party | Democratic |
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