Simeon Belden
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Simeon Belden | |
|---|---|
| Speaker of the Louisiana House of Representatives | |
| Preceded by | Adolphus Olivier |
| Succeeded by | Duncan Cage |
| Attorney General of Louisiana | |
| In office 1868–1871 | |
| Succeeded by | Alexander Pope Field |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Simeon Belden |
| Political party | Republican |
Simeon Belden was an American lawyer, judge, and politician who served as the Attorney General of Louisiana from 1868 to 1871 and as a member and Speaker of the Louisiana House of Representatives. A Republican, he was active during the Reconstruction era.[1]
References
[edit]- ^ "House Membership: Historical Listing" (PDF). house.louisiana.gov. Retrieved October 11, 2025.