Representative Newton Whiting Gilbert

Newton Whiting Gilbert (born May 24, 1862) was a Republican politician who represented Indiana in the United States House of Representatives in the early twentieth century. Serving a single term as the representative for Indiana’s 12th congressional district, he was part of the state’s Republican delegation during a period of national political and economic change.

Gilbert entered Congress as a member of the U.S. House of Representatives on December 4, 1905. His service continued until March 3, 1907, encompassing one full term. During this time he held the role of Representative, but no specific committee assignments or leadership positions are recorded in the available metadata. After leaving office, he was regarded as a former member of Congress from Indiana.

Throughout his congressional tenure, Newton Whiting Gilbert was affiliated with the Republican Party and identified in official records by the biographical guide identifier G000176. His service from 1905 to 1907 situates him among the historical members of Congress who represented Indiana in the years preceding major national reforms of the Progressive Era.