Alfred W. Benson
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Alfred Washburn Benson, also known as Albert Washburn Benson[1] (July 15, 1843 – January 1, 1916) was an American attorney, politician, and jurist who served as a United States senator from Kansas.
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Alfred Washburn Benson | |
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Justice of the Kansas Supreme Court | |
In office 1907–1915 | |
United States Senator from Kansas | |
In office June 11, 1906 – January 23, 1907 | |
Appointed by | Edward W. Hoch |
Preceded by | Joseph R. Burton |
Succeeded by | Charles Curtis |
Member of the Kansas Senate | |
In office 1881–1885 | |
Personal details | |
Born | (1843-07-15)July 15, 1843 Poland, U.S. |
Died | January 1, 1916(1916-01-01) (aged 72) Topeka, Kansas, U.S. |
Political party | Republican |
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