Alexander Wiley
American politician (1884–1967) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Alexander Wiley (May 26, 1884 – October 26, 1967) was an American politician who served four terms in the United States Senate for the state of Wisconsin from 1939 to 1963. When he left the Senate, he was its most senior Republican member.
Quick Facts United States Senator from Wisconsin, Preceded by ...
Alexander Wiley | |
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United States Senator from Wisconsin | |
In office January 3, 1939 – January 3, 1963 | |
Preceded by | F. Ryan Duffy |
Succeeded by | Gaylord Nelson |
Personal details | |
Born | (1884-05-26)May 26, 1884 Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin, U.S. |
Died | October 26, 1967(1967-10-26) (aged 83) Germantown, Pennsylvania, U.S. |
Political party | Republican |
Alma mater | University of Michigan University of Wisconsin Law School |
Occupation | Attorney, Politician |
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