Question: Which Representative was from Kentucky during the years of 1855–1859?
SQL: SELECT "Representative" FROM "2-12601236-1" WHERE "State" = 'Kentucky' AND "Years" = '1855–1859';

Question: What was the lifespan of the Representative from the Republican Party during the years of 1953–1970?
SQL: SELECT "Lifespan" FROM "2-12601236-1" WHERE "Party" = 'Republican' AND "Years" = '1953–1970';

Question: What years did the Representative from Iowa with a lifespan of 1880–1942 serve?
SQL: SELECT "Years" FROM "2-12601236-1" WHERE "State" = 'Iowa' AND "Lifespan" = '1880–1942';

Question: Which Representative had a Lifespan of 1795–1866?
SQL: SELECT "Representative" FROM "2-12601236-1" WHERE "Lifespan" = '1795–1866';