John Griffin Carlisle

John Griffin Carlisle Quotes

United States, Politician
September 5, 1834July, 31, 1910.

John Griffin Carlisle (September 5, 1834 – July 31, 1910) was a prominent American politician in the Democratic Party during the last quarter of the 19th century. He served as the Speaker of the United States House of Representatives, from 1883 to 1889 and afterward served as Secretary of the Treasury, from 1893 to 1897, during the Panic of 1893. As a Bourbon Democrat he was a leader of the conservative, pro-business wing of the party, along with President Grover Cleveland.

more
This site uses cookies. By continuing to use this website, you agree to our policies regarding the use of cookies.