Peter Loehr (politician) explained

Peter Loehr (March 7, 1831 – February 9, 1899) was a member of the Wisconsin State Assembly.[1]

Biography

Loehr was born on March 7, 1831, in what is now Thalheim, Germany. He immigrated to the United States in 1855.[2] After residing in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, he settled in Dotyville, Wisconsin, in 1858. He died on February 9, 1899, in [Forest Township, Fond du Lac County, Wisconsin].[2] Reports have differed on the location.

Career

Loehr was elected to the Assembly in 1888.[2] In addition, he was chairman (similar to mayor) of Forest. He was a Democrat.[2]

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Notes and References

  1. Book: The Blue Book of the State of Wisconsin. 1889. 507.
  2. News: Death of Peter Loehr. The Inter Ocean. February 10, 1899. 5. Newspapers.com. January 30, 2017 .