Richard W. Hubbell
Richard Walter Hubbell (November 8, 1840 – April 5, 1910) was an American politician, lawyer, and jurist.
Born in Ithaca, New York, Hubbell moved with his parents to Wisconsin Territory in 1844 and settled in Milwaukee. In 1858, Hubbell graduated from University of Wisconsin and his master's degree in 1861. During the American Civil War, Hubbell served in the 24th Wisconsin Volunteer Infantry Regiment and then the 1st Wisconsin Heavy Artillery Regiment. In 1865, Hubbell moved to Oconto, Wisconsin and practiced law. Hubbell was elected county judge for Oconto County, Wisconsin and was a Republican. He was also elected district attorney for Oconto County. In 1872 and 1873, Hubbell served in the Wisconsin State Assembly. In 1890, Hubbell moved to Wautoma, Wisconsin without his family and continued to practice law. He wrote about fly fishing and manufactured flies. He also wrote poetry and prose. He died at his home in Wautoma, Wisconsin and been in ill health.[1][2]
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