The 1922 United States Senate elections in Pennsylvania were held on November 7, 1922. During this cycle, voters filled both of the state’s seats in the United States Senate due to the deaths of the previous incumbents, Philander C. Knox and Boies Penrose.
Class 1 Seat
The Class 1 seat became vacant following the death of Republican Senator Philander C. Knox on October 12, 1921. Governor William Cameron Sproul initially appointed William E. Crow to the vacancy. Following Crow's death on August 2, 1922, David A. Reed was appointed to the position on August 8, 1922.
Two elections were held for this seat on November 7, 1922:
- Special Election: To fill the remainder of Knox's term ending March 3, 1923. Republican David A. Reed defeated Democratic nominee Samuel E. Shull and several third-party candidates.
- General Election: To elect a Senator for the full six-year term beginning March 4, 1923. David A. Reed again defeated Samuel E. Shull to secure the full term.
Class 3 Seat
The Class 3 seat became vacant following the death of Republican Senator Boies Penrose on December 31, 1921. Governor Sproul appointed George Wharton Pepper to the vacancy on January 9, 1922.
A special election was held on November 7, 1922, to fill the remainder of the term ending March 3, 1927. George Wharton Pepper, the Republican incumbent, defeated Democratic nominee Fred B. Kerr.
Results and Outcome
The Republican Party maintained control of both seats. The elections were characterized by the dominance of the Republican organization in Pennsylvania during this era, despite the internal shifts caused by the loss of long-time political leaders Knox and Penrose.
Summary of Results:
- Class 1 (Special): David A. Reed (R) elected.
- Class 1 (General): David A. Reed (R) elected.
- Class 3 (Special): George Wharton Pepper (R) elected.
