William C. Stevens (Michigan politician)
William C. Stevens | |
|---|---|
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| Michigan Auditor General | |
| In office 1883–1886 | |
| Governor | Josiah Begole |
| Preceded by | W. Irving Latimer |
| Succeeded by | Henry H. Aplin |
| Personal details | |
| Born | November 14, 1837 Plymouth, Michigan, US |
| Died | August 20, 1921 (aged 83) Detroit, Michigan, US |
| Political party | Republican |
| Spouse | Laura C. |
| Military service | |
| Allegiance |  United States Army (Union Army) |
| Rank | Major |
| Battles/wars | American Civil War |
William C. Stevens (1837-1921) was a Michigan politician who served as Michigan Auditor General from 1883 to 1886.
Early life
[edit]Stevens was born on November 14, 1837, in Plymouth, Michigan, to father William N. Stevens.[1]
Military career
[edit]Stevens served as a Major in the American Civil War and was honorably discharged in July 1865.[1]
Political career
[edit]Stevens served as multiple positions in the Iosco County local government, including the county treasurer and prosecuting attorney. Stevens served as Michigan Auditor General from 1883 to 1886.[1] Stevens was a Republican.
Personal life
[edit]Stevens married Laura C. Warden on April 21, 1869, and together they had at least one child. Stevens was a member of both the Grand Army of the Republic and Loyal Legion. Stevens was Methodist.[1]
Death
[edit]Stevens died on August 20, 1921, in Detroit, Michigan. He is interred at Forest Hill Cemetery in Ann Arbor, Michigan.
References
[edit]- ^ a b c d "Stevens, U to Z". Political Graveyard. Retrieved December 8, 2019.
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