William Smith Warner Explained

William Smith Warner (February 1, 1817 – January 6, 1897) was a member of the Wisconsin State Assembly.

Biography

Warner was born on February 1, 1817, in Hector, New York.^[1] He settled in Appleton, Wisconsin, in 1849. He died in Fond du Lac on January 6, 1897.^[2]

Career

Warner was a member of the Assembly during the 1878 session.^[3] While a member, he was identified as an Independent Democrat. He was defeated for re-election as a Democratic candidate by John C. Petersen. Other positions Warner held include Postmaster, City Attorney and an alderman of Appleton, and justice of the peace.

Notes and References

1. Book: The Legislative Manual of the State of Wisconsin. 17th. Madison, Wis.. 1878. 478.
2. News: Death of William S. Warner. The Weekly Wisconsin. January 9, 1897. 1. Newspapers.com. January 9, 2016 .
3. Book: Lawrence S. Barish. 2007. State of Wisconsin Blue Book 2007–2008. 184.