M. W. Perry
M. W. Perry | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Wisconsin Senate from the 1st district | |
| In office 1911–1918 | |
| Preceded by | Harlan P. Bird |
| Succeeded by | Herbert Peterson |
| Personal details | |
| Born | February 26, 1864 Racine, Wisconsin |
| Died | February 18, 1951 Delray Beach, Florida |
| Political party | Republican |
| Profession | Carpenter and Millwright |
Melvin W. Perry (February 26, 1864 – February 18, 1951) was a member of the Wisconsin State Senate, serving the 1st Senate District.
Biography[]
Perry was born in Racine, Wisconsin.[1] His parents at that time were residents of Algoma. He attended public school until age 14. He worked as a Carpenter and Millwright for many years before entering politics.[2] He died in Delray Beach, Florida.[3]
His former home, now known as the Melvin W. and Mary Perry House, is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Career[]
Perry was a member of the Senate from 1911 to 1918. Previously, he was mayor of Algoma in 1910. He was a Republican.[4]
References[]
- ^ "M. W. Perry". Political Graveyard. Retrieved 2011-11-03.
- ^ Wisconsin Blue Book, 1913 edition, page 638
- ^ "Former Algoma Mayor Is Dead". Janesville Daily Gazette. February 20, 1951. p. 9. Retrieved June 26, 2015 – via Newspapers.com.
- ^ Wisconsin Blue Book, 1913 edition, page 638
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