Born July 24, 1842 in Blue Grass Township, Scott County, Iowa. He was the son of Asa Foster. His father for many years resided on a farm in Blue Grass Township. Early in life Mr. Foster displayed a desire to study law and entered the office of Davidson & True in this city. He was admitted to the bar in 1866 and at once opened an office for the practice of his chosen profession. He was united in marriage in 1867 to Miss Lucy Birchard. Mr. Foster was elected to the state senate on the Republican ticket and served from January 1, 1878 to January 1, 1882. He then declined a renomination and has never since held office.

Born July 24, 1842 in Blue Grass Township, Scott County, Iowa. He was the son of Asa Foster. His father for many years resided on a farm in Blue Grass Township. Early in life Mr. Foster displayed a desire to study law and entered the office of Davidson & True in this city. He was admitted to the bar in 1866 and at once opened an office for the practice of his chosen profession. He was united in marriage in 1867 to Miss Lucy Birchard. Mr. Foster was elected to the state senate on the Republican ticket and served from January 1, 1878 to January 1, l882. , He then declined a renomination and has never since held office.