United States Senator Directory

John Mellen Thurston

John Mellen Thurston served as a senator for Nebraska (1895-1901).

Republican
Nebraska
Former

Nebraska

Role Senator

Current assignment referenced in the congressional directory.

State Nebraska

Representing constituents across the Nebraska delegation.

Service period 1895-1901

Years of public service formally recorded.

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Biography

John Mellen Thurston served as a Senator from Nebraska in the United States Congress from 1895 to 1901. A member of the Republican Party, John Mellen Thurston contributed to the legislative process during 1 term in office.

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

John Mellen Thurston (August 21, 1847 – August 9, 1916) was a United States Senator from Nebraska.