Legislator Details
Vital Records Information:
Marital Information:
married Ella P. Westfall around 1887; children: 3, Donna M., Helen P. and Mark R.
Number of Children: 0
Background
Education:
attended district and union schools
Biographical Sketch:
Son of Stephen and Anna (Killian) Watson. He worked on his father's farm summers and taught winters, until 21 years old when he entered a law office in Corunna. He was admitted to the bar in December, 1881. He went to Colorado soon after this but remained only about one year, when he returned to Corrunna and commenced the practice of his profession, remaining there until the spring of 1885 when he moved to Owosso. He was elected circuit court commissioner twice.
Notable Facts:
Died of apoplexy, arterio-sclerosis