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William T. "W. T." Wilkins
Senate 1885-86 (District 3)
Party when first elected: Not Available
Counties Served:
Mower
BIOGRAPHICAL INFORMATION
Date of Birth:
6/13/1827
Birth Place:
Stockton, New York
Birth County:
Chautauqua
Birth Country:
United States
Date of Death:
9/19/1903
Gender:
Male
Religion:
Reported Minority: None Reported
Other Names:
W. T.
City of Residence (when first elected):
Austin
Occupation (when first elected):
Banker
EDUCATION
Fredonia Academy; Attended College;
OTHER GOVERNMENT SERVICE
County Government:
Fillmore County, Minnesota (Register of Deeds, 8 years);
[Dates Unknown]
School Board/Administration:
Austin, Minnesota (School Board Member, 12 years);
[Dates Unknown]
FAMILY RELATIONSHIPS
Spouse:
Amelia E. Viall (Married June 24, 1851)
Children:
One child
Family Members Who Have Served in the Minnesota Legislature:
GENERAL NOTES
He came to Minnesota in 1854.
He is buried at Oakwood Cemetery, Austin, Minnesota.
Body:
Senate
District:
03
Elected:
11/6/1883
Residence:
Austin
Term of Office:
1/6/1885 to 1/3/1887
(Special Election)
Oath Date:
1/6/1885
Counties Represented:
Mower
Occupation:
Banker
Party:
Not Available
Committees:
-
Engrossment (Chair)
-
Military Affairs
-
Public Lands
-
Railroads
Session Notes:
From 1849 to 1886, the term of office start date is uncertain. He won a special election on November 6, 1883 for the seat vacated by William L. Hollister. He was sworn in January 6, 1885.
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