William D. Turner

For others of the same name, see William Turner.

William D. Turner was a member of the Wisconsin State Assembly.

Biography

Turner was born on June 1, 1836 in Quincy, Illinois.[1] During the American Civil War, he served with the Union Army, achieving the rank of colonel. Engagements he took part in include the Siege of Vicksburg. After the war, Turner lived for a time in Mobile, Alabama before moving to Ripon, Wisconsin in 1877.

Political career

Turner was a member of the Assembly in 1883. He had been City Attorney of Ripon for two terms. Additionally, Turner was City Attorney of Mobile and a candidate for the United States House of Representatives from Alabama's 1st congressional district in 1876, losing to James T. Jones. He was a Republican.

References

  1. ↑ Biographical Sketches. Wisconsin Blue Book. Retrieved 2013-11-01.
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