Home / Directory / Sydney Johnston Bowie

Congressional Profile

Representative Sydney Johnston Bowie

Sydney Johnston Bowie served as a representative for Alabama (1901-1907).

Profile Timeline

  • Born.
  • Entered office.
  • Left office.

Sydney Johnston Bowie (born July 26, 1865) was an American politician who represented the state of Alabama in the United States House of Representatives in the early twentieth century. A member of the Democratic Party, he served as the U.S. Representative for Alabama’s 4th Congressional District. His tenure in Congress began on December 2, 1901, and concluded on March 3, 1907.

During his time in the House, Bowie served three terms, reflecting continued support from his constituents in Alabama’s 4th District. Identified in congressional records by the biographical guide ID B000695, he was part of the Democratic delegation from Alabama at a time when the party dominated Southern politics. After leaving office in 1907, he held the status of a former member of Congress.