William Cowper Alexander

William Cowper Alexander
5th President of the New Jersey Senate
In office
1853–1856
Preceded byJohn Manners
Succeeded byHenry V. Speer
Member of the New Jersey Senate from Mercer County
In office
1851–1857
Preceded byCharles S. Olden
Succeeded byRobert C. Hutchinson
Personal details
BornMay 20, 1806
Prince Edward County, Virginia
DiedAugust 23, 1874(1874-08-23) (aged 68)
Political partyDemocratic
Parent(s)Archibald Alexander
Janetta Waddel
RelativesJames Waddel Alexander (brother)
Joseph Addison Alexander (brother)
Alma materPrinceton University

William Cowper Alexander (May 20, 1806 – August 23, 1874) was an American lawyer, politician, and insurance executive. He served as President of the New Jersey State Senate and as President of the Equitable Life Assurance Society.