William Dowse (1770February18, 1813) was an American lawyer and politician from New York.

Life Dowse was elected as a Federalist to the United States House of Representatives in the 15th District, but died before his term began.'Biographical Annals of the Civil Government of the United States from original and official sources,' Charles Lanman and Joseph M. Morrison, J.M. Morrison: 1887, biographical sketch of William Dowse, pg. 146

At the time of Dowse's death, William G. Angel was a clerk in his office.

See also List of United States representatives-elect who never took their seats

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