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House History

28th Congress (1843-1845)

Congress Overview


   

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Congressional Profile

Total Membership:
223 Representatives
3 Delegates
Party Divisions:*
147 Democrats
72 Whigs
2 Law and Order
1 Independent Democrat
1 Independent Whig
*Party division totals are based on election day results.

Member Information

  • Biographical Directory of the U.S. Congress, (1774–2005), Official Annotated Membership Roster by State with Vacancy and Special Election Information for the 28th Congress [PDF]
    Visit the online Biographical Directory of the U.S. Congress for more information on Members.

Leadership & Officers

Speaker of the House:
John W. Jones (D-Virginia)
Clerk of the House:
Mathew St. Clair Clarke
Caleb J. McNulty Elected December 6, 1843; dismissed from office January 18, 1845.
Benjamin B. French Elected January 18, 1845.
Doorkeeper:
Jesse E. Dow
Sergeant at Arms:
Eleazor M. Townsend
Chaplain of the House:
Rev. Isaac S. Tinsley - Baptist
Rev. William M. Daily - Methodist

To view complete lists of individuals who have served in these leadership and official positions since the 1st Congress, return to House History.


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