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Stephen Baker

Stephen Baker served as a representative for New York (1861-1863).

  • Republican
  • New York
  • District 12
  • Former
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Role Representative

Current assignment referenced in the congressional directory.

State New York

Representing constituents across the New York delegation.

District District 12

District insights and legislative focus areas.

Service period 1861-1863

Years of public service formally recorded.

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Biography

Stephen Baker, born August 12, 1819, was an American politician who served as a Representative from New York in the United States Congress from 1861 to 1863. A member of the Republican Party, Baker served 1 term in the U.S. House of Representatives from the state’s 12 congressional district.

Congressional Career

Stephen Baker was elected to the United States House of Representatives as a member of the Republican Party, representing New York from the state’s 12 congressional district. Baker served from 1861-07-04 to 1863-03-03, contributing to the legislative process during 1 term in office.

During this period of American history, Baker participated in the democratic process and represented the interests of the people of New York. As a Republican Party member, Baker’s legislative work reflected the political priorities and values of the party’s constituency during this era.

Legacy

Stephen Baker’s service in Congress contributed to the legislative history of New York and the broader history of the United States. As a Republican Party representative from New York, Baker played a role in the governance of the nation during a formative period in American political life.

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