William Vincent Allen

Populist Senator of Nebraska

Congresses Served

Senate Terms

January 1, 1847 (77 years old)

Birthday

January 1, 1924

Death

Served as a U.S. Senator from Nebraska, holding office during two non-consecutive terms in the 1890s and early 1900s.
Participated in the Civil War as a private in the 32nd Iowa Volunteer Infantry Regiment.
Practiced law in Iowa before moving to Nebraska, where he continued his legal career.
Held the position of judge in the district court of Nebraska multiple times throughout his career.
Actively involved in the Populist movement, serving as the permanent chairman of Populist State conventions in the 1890s.
Chaired the Committee on Forest Reservations and Game Protection during his first Senate term.
Advocated for public buildings and drought relief initiatives, and authored legislation for the 1898 Trans-Mississippi Exposition in Omaha.
Returned to the Senate after being appointed to fill a vacancy, serving until a successor was elected.
Resumed his legal practice after his Senate terms and was re-elected as a district court judge in 1917.
Authored a work discussing the necessity of the People’s Party, reflecting his political beliefs and advocacy.