46th Congress (1879-1881)
Congressional Profile
- Total Membership:
- 293 Representatives
- 8 Delegates
- Party Divisions:*
- 141 Democrats
- 132 Republicans
- 13 Nationals
- 7 Independent Democrats *Party division totals are based on election day results.
Leadership & Officers
- Speaker of the House:
- Samuel J. Randal (D-Pennsylvania)
- Democratic Caucus Chairman:
- Republican Conference Chairman:
- Clerk of the House:
- George M. Adams
- Doorkeeper:
- Charles W. Field
- Postmaster:
- A. W. C. Nowlin
- Sergeant at Arms:
- John G. Thompson
- Chaplain of the House:
- Rev. W.P. Harrison - Methodist
To view complete lists of individuals who have served in these leadership and official positions since the 1st Congress, return to House History.