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Benjamin Franklin Shively

Benjamin Franklin Shively served as a senator for Indiana (1883-1917).

  • Democratic
  • Indiana
  • Former
Portrait of Benjamin Franklin Shively Indiana
Role Senator

Current assignment referenced in the congressional directory.

State Indiana

Representing constituents across the Indiana delegation.

Service period 1883-1917

Years of public service formally recorded.

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Biography

Benjamin Franklin Shively served as a Senator from Indiana in the United States Congress from 1883 to 1917. A member of the Democratic Party, Benjamin Franklin Shively contributed to the legislative process during 6 terms in office.

Benjamin Franklin Shively’s service in Congress occurred during a significant period in American history. As a member of the Senate, Benjamin Franklin Shively participated in the democratic process and represented the interests of constituents.

Benjamin Franklin Shively (March 20, 1857 – March 14, 1916) was an American politician and lawyer who served as a United States representative (1884 to 1885 and 1887 to 1893) and senator (1909 to 1916) from Indiana.

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