Bela W. Jenks (born 1849)
Bela W. Jenks | |
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| Member of the Michigan Senate from the 20th district | |
| In office January 1, 1905 – 1908 | |
| Preceded by | Albert Sleeper |
| Succeeded by | Frederick L. Woodworth |
| Personal details | |
| Born | July 18, 1849 Schroon Lake, New York |
| Died | 1930 (aged 80-81) |
| Political party | Republican |
| Spouse(s) | Alma Stafford |
Bela Whipple Jenks (July 18, 1849 – 1930) was a Michigan politician.
Early life[]
Jenks was born on July 18, 1849 in Schroon Lake, New York to parents Jesse L. and Mary Jane Jenks.[1] Jenks was of Welsh ancestry.[2] His family later moved to St. Clair, Michigan.
Career[]
On November 8, 1904, Jenks was elected to the Michigan Senate where he represented the 20th district from January 4, 1905 to 1908.[1] Jenks was a member of the Michigan Republican State Central Committee in 1911.[2]
Personal life[]
Jenks married Alma "Allie" Stafford in Memphis, Michigan on July 18, 1871. Together they had four children.[1][2]
Death[]
Jenks died in 1930.[2] Jenks is interred at Rock Falls Cemetery in Harbor Beach, Michigan.[3]
References[]
- ^ a b c "Legislator Details - Bela W. Jenks". Library of Michigan. Retrieved January 30, 2020.
- ^ a b c d "Jenkins-husband to Jenning". Political Graveyard. Retrieved January 30, 2020.
- ^ "Bela Whipple Jenks Memorial". Find a Grave. Retrieved January 30, 2020.
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