Representative Louis William Fairfield

Louis William Fairfield (born October 15, 1858) was a Republican member of the United States House of Representatives from Indiana. He represented Indiana’s 12th congressional district and served as a federal legislator during the early decades of the twentieth century. His service in Congress placed him among the historical members who helped shape national policy in the post–World War I era.

Fairfield began his tenure in the U.S. House of Representatives on April 2, 1917, and served until March 3, 1925. Over the course of four terms, he held office as a Representative from Indiana’s 12th district, aligned with the Republican Party. Although specific committee assignments and legislative initiatives are not detailed in the available record, his continuous service across these years reflects sustained support from his constituents and a stable role in the Republican delegation from Indiana.

By the conclusion of his service in 1925, Louis William Fairfield had completed eight years in Congress. He is remembered primarily for his role as a historical Representative from Indiana, serving four consecutive terms between 1917 and 1925.