Henry T. Rainey (August 20, 1860-August 19, 1934) was a prominent U.S. politician during the first third of the 20th century. He served in the United States House of Representatives from 1903 to 1921 and from 1923 to his death as a Democrat from Illinois, and was Speaker of that House from 1933 until his death. This article incorporates facts obtained from the public domain Biographical Directory of the United States Congress.
Preceded by: John Nance Garner Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives March 9, 1933 - August 19, 1934 Succeeded by: Joseph W. Byrns
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