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Henry F. Wilke

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Henry F. Wilke (February 5, 1857 – May 9, 1931) was an American businessman and politician.

Born in Phenegge, Waldeck, Germany, Wilke was educated in Germany. In 1889, Wilke emigrated to the United States and settled in Madison, Wisconsin. He was in the general merchandise and lumber business. He then moved to Blue Mounds, Wisconsin. Finally. Wilke settled in Verona, Wisconsin. He served as postmaster for Verona, Wisconsin. In 1895, Wilke served in the Wisconsin State Assembly and was a Republican.[1][2]

Notes

  1. ^ 'Wisconsin Blue Book 1895,' Biographical Sketch of Henry F. Wilke, pg. 667
  2. ^ 'Henry F. Wilke-obituary,' Madison Capital Times, May 11, 1931, pg. 14