Legislator Details
Robert W. Malcolm
AKA:
Number of sessions served 1
Gender: Male
Age at election: 40
Vital Records Information:
Birth
Date: 2/18/1844
City: West Bloomfield, MI
County: Oakland County, MI
Country: US
Death
Date: 5/2/1920
City: Commerce, MI
County: Oakland County, MI
Country: US
Type of Burial:
Burial
Date: 5/5/1920
City: Commerce, MI
County: Oakland County, MI
Country: US
Cemetery: Commerce Village Burying Ground
Marital Information:
married Sarah Long; children: 3, Harriet J. (Gamble), George Gordon and Robert W., jr
Number of Children: 3
Background
Religion:
Military Service: United States Army
Occupation: farmer, salesman
Race: Caucasian or White
Education:
common school
Biographical Sketch:
Of Scottish descent. Son of George and Janet (Andrews) Malcolm. He enlisted in Co. A, 22d Michigan Infantry, 8/11/1862. He was wounded and captured at the battle of Chickamauga, 9/20/1863, and held prisoner for 15 months. He was returned to the Regiment on November 5, 1863. Promoted to Sergeant on June 6, 1865. After his discharge in 1865, he began farming. He served as township clerk and supervisor for several terms. His final occupation was as an insurance salesman
Notable Facts:
Sessions Served:
Chamber: House
Party: Republican
Committees Served On: Agriculture , Reform School for Girls, Religious and Benevolent Societies
Postions Held:
City of Residence:
County of Residence Oakland
District: Oakland 2
District Description:
Date Elected: 11/4/1884
Date Sworn In: 1/7/1885
Date Left Office:
Reason for Leaving Office: N/A
End of Term Status: Departed
Maritial Status: Married
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