William C. Stevens (Michigan politician)
William C. Stevens | |
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Michigan Auditor General | |
In office 1883–1886 | |
Governor | Josiah Begole |
Preceded by | W. Irving Latimer |
Succeeded by | Henry H. Aplin |
Personal details | |
Born | Plymouth, Michigan, US | November 14, 1837
Died | August 20, 1921 Detroit, Michigan, US | (aged 83)
Political party | Republican |
Spouse | Laura C. |
Military service | |
Allegiance | United States Army (Union Army) |
Rank | Major |
Battles/wars | American Civil War |
William C. Stevens was a Michigan politician who served as Michigan Auditor General from 1883 to 1886.
Early life
Stevens was born on November 14, 1837, in Plymouth, Michigan, to father William N. Stevens.[1]
Military career
Stevens served as a Major in the American Civil War and was honorably discharged in July 1865.[1]
Political career
Stevens served as multiple positions in the Iosco County local government, including the county treasurer and prosecuting attorney. Stevens served as Michigan Auditor General from 1883 to 1886.[1] Stevens was a Republican.
Personal life
Stevens married Laura C. Warden on April 21, 1869, and together they had at least one child. Stevens was a member of both the Grand Army of the Republic and Loyal Legion. Stevens was Methodist.[1]
Death
Stevens died on August 20, 1921, in Detroit, Michigan. He is interred at Forest Hill Cemetery in Ann Arbor, Michigan.
References
- ^ a b c d "Stevens, U to Z". Political Graveyard. Retrieved December 8, 2019.