Flavius L. Brooke
American judge (1858–1921) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Flavius L. Brooke (October 1, 1858 – January 21, 1921) was a member of the Michigan Supreme Court from 1908 to 1921.
Quick Facts Chief Justice of the Michigan Supreme Court, Preceded by ...
Flavius L. Brooke | |
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Chief Justice of the Michigan Supreme Court | |
In office 1915 | |
Preceded by | Aaron V. McAlvay |
Succeeded by | John W. Stone |
Justice of the Michigan Supreme Court | |
In office 1908–1921 | |
Personal details | |
Born | (1858-10-01)October 1, 1858 Canada West, Province of Canada |
Died | January 21, 1921(1921-01-21) (aged 62) |
Nationality | American |
Profession | Judge |
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Brooke was born in Canada West. He immigrated to Michigan in 1885 and then practiced law, in Detroit, Michigan. In 1901, he became a judge of the Wayne County, Michigan Circuit Court. Brooke served on the Michigan Supreme Court from 1915 until his death in 1921. He was the chief justice.[1]
On his death, Howard Wiest was appointed by Governor Alex Groesbeck to fill the seat.[2]