Legislator Details
William F. Jenison
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Number of sessions served 1
Gender: Male
Age at election: 50
Vital Records Information:
Birth
Date: 12/12/1812
City: Byron, NY
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Country: US
Death
Date: 6/14/1897
City: Eagle, MI
County: Clinton County, MI
Country: US
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Marital Information:
married Janette B. ? of NY, of English descent.
Number of Children: 0
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Occupation: farmer, hotel manager
Race: Caucasian or White
Education:
attended public schools in Byron and Brockport College, both NY state.
Biographical Sketch:
Taught school 7 years (where?). Began farming in Eagle Mich., 1837 & held multiple offices in Eagle & Clinton Co. Eagle Twp Supervisor 10 ys;
Clinton Co. Sheriff 4 yrs
Director, Ionia & Lansing Raril Road.
Notable Facts:
Father of Sen Henry H. Jenison.
Sessions Served:
Chamber: House
Party: Democratic
Committees Served On: Asylum for Insane
Postions Held:
City of Residence: Eagle
County of Residence Clinton
District: Clinton 1
District Description:
Date Elected: 11/4/1862
Date Sworn In: 1/7/1863
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Reason for Leaving Office: N/A
End of Term Status: Departed
Maritial Status: Unknown
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