Wesley P. Andrus Explained

Wesley P. Andrus
State Senate:Michigan
District:25th
Term Start:January 1, 1877
Term End:1878
Predecessor:William L. Webber
Successor:Milton B. Hine
Birth Date:19 February 1834
Birth Place:Potter, New York, U.S.
Death Place:Cedar Springs, Michigan, U.S.
Spouse:Alice T. Thomas
Party:Republican
Allegiance: (Union Army)
Serviceyears:1861-1864
Rank:Captain
Battles:American Civil War

Wesley P. Andrus (February 19, 18341898) was a Michigan politician.

Early life

Andrus was born on February 19, 1834, in Potter, New York.[1]

Military career

In 1861, Andrus joined the 42nd Illinois Infantry Regiment, where he was promoted to the rank of captain from the rank first lieutenant. Andrus was wounded at the battle of Missionary Ridge, and was discharged due to disability in May 1864.[1]

Political career

On November 7, 1876, Andrus was elected to the Michigan Senate where he represented the 25th district from January 3, 1877, to 1878.[1] [2]

Death

Andrus died in 1898 in Cedar Springs, Michigan.[1]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Legislator Details - Wesley P. Andrus. . January 9, 2020.
  2. Web site: Andrey to Anthonis . . January 9, 2020.