Alva Garey

Alva Garey was a member of the Wisconsin State Senate.

Biography

Garey was born on June 2, 1883 in Edgerton, Wisconsin.[1] He attended the University of Wisconsin-Madison and the University of Georgia. During World War I, Garey served in the United States Army.[2] After the war, he transferred to the United States Army Reserve, eventually reaching the rank of colonel. Garey died on September 9, 1971.

Political career

Garey represented the 15th district of the Senate from 1923 to 1926. He was a Republican.

References

  1. ↑ "Col Alva E Garey". Find A Grave. Retrieved 2014-01-25.
  2. ↑ "Statewide County WI Archives Biographies.....GAREY , ALVA E. June 2, 1883". USGenWeb. Retrieved 2014-01-25.
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