Sydney Anderson

Republican Representative of Minnesota's 1st district

  • Representative

    Minnesota, district 1

    December 3, 1923 - March 3, 1925

7

Congresses Served

7

House Terms

September 18, 1881 (67 years old)

Birthday

October 8, 1948

Death

  • Served as a U.S. Representative from Minnesota for multiple terms from 1911 to 1925.
  • Initially defeated an incumbent in the Republican primary with support from notable Progressive Republicans.
  • Advocated for reduced tariffs and opposed Cannonism during his political career.
  • Chaired the Congressional Joint Commission of Agricultural Inquiry in the early 1920s.
  • Held various leadership roles in organizations related to agriculture and transportation after leaving Congress.
  • Worked as vice chairman of the National Transportation Institute and president of the Millers’ National Federation.
  • Had a long-term association with General Mills, serving in multiple capacities including vice president and board member.
  • Passed away in 1948 and was buried in Lakewood Cemetery, Minneapolis.