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58th Congress (1903–1905)

Congressional Profile

Total Membership:

386 Representatives
4 Delegates
1 Resident Commissioner

Party Divisions:^*

176 Democrats
207 Republicans
3 Independent Republicans

^*Party division totals are based on election day results.

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About this object A 23 term Member from Illinois, Joe Cannon earned the nickname Czar Cannon during his four terms as Speaker.

Congress Overview

Republicans continued to control Congress, but the 1902 elections slightly eroded their House majority. With the retirement of Iowa’s David Henderson, Joseph G. Cannon of Illinois won election as House Speaker. The 58th Congress (1903–1905) enabled the Forest Service to better protect lumber reserves. In 1904, President Theodore Roosevelt announced his “corollary” to the Monroe Doctrine. This policy meant the U.S. would act to prevent European creditor powers from invading Latin American nations at risk of defaulting on their debts.

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 58th Congress. [PDF]
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