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Wilkins, William T. "W. T."

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.

Total Days Served: 728

SESSIONS SERVED

24th Legislative Session (1885-1886) (second half of Senate term)

  Session Details
Body: Senate
District: 03
Elected: 11/6/1883
Residence: Austin
Term of Office: 1/6/1885 to 1/3/1887 (Special Election)
Counties Represented: Mower
Occupation: Banker
Party: Not Available
Committees:
  • Engrossment (Chair)
  • Military Affairs
  • Public Lands
  • Railroads
Session Notes: 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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