William A. Tateum

William A. Tateum
33rd Speaker of the Michigan House of Representatives
In office
January 4, 1893  May 29, 1893
Preceded by Philip B. Wachtel
Succeeded by William D. Gordon
Member of the Michigan House of Representatives
from the Kent County 1st district
In office
1893–1894
Preceded by Charles Holden
Personal details
Born William Aldrich Tateum
1859
Worcester County, Massachusetts
Died May 15, 1957
Resting place Newaygo Cemetery, Newaygo, Michigan
Political party Republican
Spouse(s) Mary
Alma mater Wesleyan University
Profession Lawyer

William A. Tateum was a Republican member of the Michigan House of Representatives from 1893 through 1894. For his one term, he served as Speaker of the House, during the 37th Legislature.[1]

Early years

Born in Worcester County, Massachusetts, Tateum graduated from Wesleyan University in Connecticut.

Career

He was admitted to the Massachusetts bar before moving to Michigan. Tateum was elected to the Grand Rapids City Council (then called the board of aldermen) in 1891 before his election to the House in 1892.[2]

Death

Tateum died on May 15, 1957, aged 97.

References

  1. The Political Graveyard: Tateum, William A.
  2. Official Directory and Legislative Manual of the State of Michigan for the Years 1893-1894. Michigan Secretary of State. p. 603.


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