William A. Tateum
| William A. Tateum | |
|---|---|
| 33rd Speaker of the Michigan House of Representatives | |
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In office January 4, 1893 – May 29, 1893 | |
| Preceded by | Philip B. Wachtel |
| Succeeded by | William D. Gordon |
| Member of the Michigan House of Representatives from the Kent County 1st district | |
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In office 1893–1894 | |
| Preceded by | Charles Holden |
| Personal details | |
| Born |
William Aldrich Tateum 1859 Worcester County, Massachusetts |
| Died | May 15, 1957 |
| Resting place | Newaygo Cemetery, Newaygo, Michigan |
| Political party | Republican |
| Spouse(s) | Mary |
| Alma mater | Wesleyan University |
| Profession | Lawyer |
William A. Tateum was a Republican member of the Michigan House of Representatives from 1893 through 1894. For his one term, he served as Speaker of the House, during the 37th Legislature.[1]
Born in Worcester County, Massachusetts, Tateum graduated from Wesleyan University in Connecticut. He was admitted to the Massachusetts bar before moving to Michigan. Tateum was elected to the Grand Rapids City Council (then called the board of aldermen) in 1891 before his election to the House in 1892.[2]
Tateum died on May 15, 1957, aged 97.
References
- ↑ The Political Graveyard: Tateum, William A.
- ↑ Official Directory and Legislative Manual of the State of Michigan for the Years 1893-1894. Michigan Secretary of State. p. 603.
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