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Edward Scofield
American politician (1842-1925) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Edward Scofield (March 28, 1842 – February 3, 1925) was an American lumberman and Republican politician. He was the 19th governor of Wisconsin (1897–1901) and served in the Wisconsin State Senate, representing Door, Marinette, and Oconto counties. Earlier in life, during the American Civil War, he served as an officer in the Union Army.[1]
Quick Facts 19th Governor of Wisconsin, Lieutenant ...
Edward Scofield | |
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19th Governor of Wisconsin | |
In office January 4, 1897 – January 7, 1901 | |
Lieutenant | Emil Baensch Jesse Stone |
Preceded by | William H. Upham |
Succeeded by | Robert M. La Follette Sr. |
Member of the Wisconsin Senate from the 1st district | |
In office January 1, 1887 – February 4, 1891 | |
Preceded by | Edward S. Minor |
Succeeded by | John Fetzer |
Personal details | |
Born | (1842-03-28)March 28, 1842 Clearfield, Pennsylvania, U.S. |
Died | February 3, 1925(1925-02-03) (aged 82) Oconto, Wisconsin, U.S. |
Resting place | Evergreen Cemetery, Oconto, Wisconsin |
Political party | Republican |
Spouse |
Agnes Potter (died 1919) |
Children |
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Profession | lumberman, politician |
Military service | |
Allegiance | United States |
Branch/service | United States Volunteers Union Army |
Years of service | 1861–1865 |
Rank | Captain, USV |
Unit | 11th Reg. Penn. Reserves |
Battles/wars | American Civil War |
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