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Bela W. Jenks (born 1849)

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Bela W. Jenks
Member of the Michigan Senate
from the 20th district
In office
January 1, 1905 – 1908
Preceded byAlbert Sleeper
Succeeded byFrederick L. Woodworth
Personal details
Born(1849-07-18)July 18, 1849
Schroon Lake, New York
Died1930 (aged 80-81)
Political partyRepublican
SpouseAlma Stafford

Bela Whipple Jenks (July 18, 1849 – 1930) was a Michigan politician.

Early life

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Jenks was born on July 18, 1849, in Schroon Lake, New York, to parents Jesse L. and Mary Jane Jenks.[1] Jenks was of Welsh ancestry.[2] His family later moved to St. Clair, Michigan.

Career

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On November 8, 1904, Jenks was elected to the Michigan Senate where he represented the 20th district from January 4, 1905, to 1908.[1] Jenks was a member of the Michigan Republican State Central Committee in 1911.[2]

Personal life

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Jenks married Alma "Allie" Stafford in Memphis, Michigan, on July 18, 1871. Together they had four children.[1][2]

Death

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Jenks died in 1930.[2]

References

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  1. ^ a b c "Legislator Details - Bela W. Jenks". Library of Michigan. Retrieved January 30, 2020.
  2. ^ a b c d "Jenkins-husband to Jenning". Political Graveyard. Retrieved January 30, 2020.