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Melvin Olson

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Melvin Olson (May 18, 1887 – July 18, 1962) was a member of the Wisconsin State Senate.

Olson was born in Blanchard, Wisconsin.[1] He later moved to South Wayne, Wisconsin.[2] Olson was a farmer, store owner, and a farm implement and supply dealer. He served on the high school board.[3] Olson died in Monroe, Wisconsin.[4]

Career

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Olson was a member of the Senate representing the 17th district from 1943 to 1954. Additionally, he was Village President, Village Treasurer and Assessor of South Wayne, as well as a delegate to the 1948 Republican National Convention.

References

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  1. ^ "Olson, Melvin J." Political Graveyard. Retrieved 2013-10-11.
  2. ^ Members of the Senate. Wisconsin Blue Book. 1950. Retrieved 2013-10-11.
  3. ^ 'Wisconsin Blue Book 1954,' Biographical Sketch of Melvin J. Olson, pg. 28
  4. ^ 'Former State Senator Melvin Olson Dies,' Racine Journal-Times, pg. 10A