Robert William Bonynge

Republican Representative of Colorado's 1st district

Congresses Served

House Terms

September 8, 1863 (76 years old)

Birthday

September 22, 1939

Death

American politician and lawyer active in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
Served as a U.S. Representative, representing Colorado’s 1st congressional district from 1904 to 1909.
Held various legal positions, including chief counsel for the New York State Industrial Commission.
Participated in the National Monetary Commission and the Tripartite Claims Commission.
Notable for settling claims related to the sinking of the Lusitania and other international disputes.
Engaged in monetary reform discussions and was active in legal practice in both New York City and Denver.
Involved in state politics as a member of the Colorado House of Representatives and the Colorado Board of Pardons.
Married with one child, who died shortly after birth; his wife passed away in 1937.
Recognized for his contributions with the Townsend Harris Medal in 1939.