William T. Sullivan Explained

William T. Sullivan (April 6, 1894 – March 21, 1968) was a member of the Wisconsin State Assembly.

Biography

Sullivan was born on April 6, 1894, in Oconto, Wisconsin.[1] He graduated from Oconto High School before attending the University of Wisconsin-Madison, the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh and Lawrence University. He taught in various schools until he was appointed director of the Kaukauna Vocational School in 1927,[2] a position he held until he entered politics in 1954.[1] During World War I and World War II, Sullivan served in the United States Navy, reaching the rank of lieutenant commander.[1] [3] Sullivan was a member of the American Legion, the Forty and Eight, the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks and the Knights of Columbus. He died at a hospital in Madison on March 21, 1968.[1]

Political career

Sullivan was elected to the Assembly in 1954, 1956 and 1958. He was a Republican.[1]

See also

Notes and References

  1. News: W. T. Sullivan, Ex Legislator, Dies Thursday . The Post-Crescent. March 22, 1968. B3. Newspapers.com. December 26, 2014 .
  2. News: Sheboygan Man is Hired as Teacher . The Post-Crescent. November 29, 1927. 10. Newspapers.com. December 26, 2014 .
  3. Web site: Sullivan, William T. 1894. Wisconsin Historical Society. 2013-10-06.