William B. La Selle Explained

William Bingham La Selle (October 1845 – July 30, 1924) was a member of the Wisconsin State Assembly.

Biography

La Selle was born in October 1845 in Swanton (town), Vermont.[1] Sources have differed on the exact date. During the American Civil War, he served with the 30th Wisconsin Volunteer Infantry Regiment of the Union Army. In 1871, La Selle married Lanah B. Chafee. They had three children.

Political career

La Selle was elected to the Assembly in 1886 and 1888.[2] Other positions he held include Town Clerk of Plainfield (town), Wisconsin from 1877 to 1881. He was a Republican.

Notes and References

  1. Book: The Blue Book of the State of Wisconsin. 1889. 521.
  2. Book: Portrait and Biographical Album of Green Lake, Marquette and Waushara Counties, Wisconsin. Chicago. Acme Publishing Co.. 1890. 478.