The crossword solutions for the term 'Chester ___ Arthur' are ALAN. Chester ALAN Arthur was an American politician and lawyer who served as the 21st President of the United States from 1881 to 1885. He was a member of the Republican Party and was previously the 20th Vice President of the United States. He succeeded James A. Garfield after his assassination and was succeeded by Grover Cleveland. He was known for his civil service reform and for his advocacy for the Pendleton Civil Service Reform Act.