Bela W. Jenks (born 1824)
Bela W. Jenks | |
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| Member of the Michigan Senate from the 24th district | |
| In office January 1, 1869 – 1872 | |
| Preceded by | |
| Succeeded by | Harrison H. Wheeler |
| Personal details | |
| Born | June 6, 1824 Crown Point, New York |
| Died | October 29, 1897 (aged 73) St. Clair, Michigan |
| Political party | Republican |
| Spouse(s) | Sarah Carleton |
Bela Whipple Jenks (June 6, 1824 – October 29, 1897) was a Michigan politician.
Early life[]
Jenks was born on June 6, 1824 in Crown Point, New York.[1][2]
Career[]
Jenks was a farmer. On November 3, 1868, Jenks was elected to the Michigan Senate where he represented the 24th district from January 6, 1869 to 1872.[1] In 1881, Jenks was appointed by Governor David Jerome to the Michigan Board of Education where he served until 1888.[2][3]
Personal life[]
Jenks married Sarah Carleton on November 3, 1853. Together they had at least four children.[2]
Death[]
Jenks died due to diabetes on October 29, 1897 in St. Clair, Michigan. Jenks was interred at Hillside Cemetery in St. Clair, Michigan.[2][3]
References[]
- ^ a b "Legislator Details - Bela W Jenks". Library of Michigan. Retrieved January 30, 2020.
- ^ a b c d "Bela Whipple Jenks Memorial". Find a Grave. Retrieved January 30, 2020.
- ^ a b "Jenkins-husband to Jenning". Political Graveyard. Retrieved January 30, 2020.
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