Walter Russell Stiness (March 13, 1854 – March 17, 1924) was a U.S. Representative from Rhode Island. Born in Smithfield, Rhode Island, Stiness attended the public schools and was a student at Brown University, Providence, Rhode Island, in 1873 and 1874.He served in the city council in 1875.He was graduated from Boston University School of Law in 1877.He was admitted to the bar the same year and commenced practice in Providence, Rhode Island.He served as member of the State house of representatives 1878-1881.He served as clerk of the justice court of Providence 1879-1885.He served as aide-de-camp on the staff of Gov. Augustus O. Bourn 1883-1885.State railroad commissioner 1888-1891.He served as assistant judge advocate general of Rhode Island 1888-1898.He served as judge advocate general 1