William Barnum
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William Henry Barnum (September 17, 1818 – April 30, 1889) was an American politician, serving as a state representative, congressman, U.S. senator, and finally as chairman of the Democratic National Committee. He was also known as "Seven Mule Barnum".
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William Barnum | |
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Chair of the Democratic National Committee | |
In office March 4, 1877 – April 30, 1889 | |
Preceded by | Abram Hewitt |
Succeeded by | Calvin S. Brice |
United States Senator from Connecticut | |
In office May 18, 1876 – March 3, 1879 | |
Preceded by | James E. English |
Succeeded by | Orville H. Platt |
Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Connecticut's 4th district | |
In office March 4, 1867 – May 18, 1876 | |
Preceded by | John Henry Hubbard |
Succeeded by | Levi Warner |
Personal details | |
Born | (1818-09-17)September 17, 1818 Boston Corners, Massachusetts, U.S. |
Died | April 30, 1889(1889-04-30) (aged 70) Lime Rock, Connecticut, U.S. |
Political party | Democratic |
Spouse | Charlotte Anne Burrell |
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