B. W. Countryman Explained

B. W. Countryman
State House:South Dakota
State:South Dakota
District:11th
Term Start:1903
Term End:1906
Party:Republican
Birth Date:28 February 1867
Birth Place:Grant County, Wisconsin
Death Place:San Joaquin County, California
Spouse:Alice E. Parkhurst

Bertram W. Countryman (February 28, 1867 – February 15, 1946) was a member of the South Dakota House of Representatives and served one term, from 1903 until 1906 for the 11th district.

Biography

Countryman was born on February 28, 1867, in Grant County, Wisconsin.[1] He moved to McCook County, Dakota Territory, in 1880.[2] In 1889, he married Alice E. Parkhurst. In addition to his political activity, he was a grain dealer[3] and organized Chautauqua assemblies.[4]

Career

Countryman was a member of the South Dakota House of Representatives from 1903 to 1906.[5] He was a Republican.

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Hardward Business Politicians in Wisconsin. Political Graveyard. 2013-10-10.
  2. Book: Biographical, Legislature. 1905. South Dakota Manual. 2013-10-10.
  3. News: City Briefs: B. W. Countryman. Argus-Leader. December 13, 1911. 8. Newspapers.com. August 3, 2017.
  4. News: Spencer Chautauqua to Have Strong Features. Argus-Leader. June 15, 1922. 3. Newspapers.com. August 3, 2017.
  5. News: Personnel of Coming Session of Legislature. Argus-Leader. November 6, 1902. 9. Newspapers.com. August 4, 2017.