About David D. Aitken
Lived 1853 – 1930 (aged 76). David D. Aitken was an American politician and lawyer.
U.S. House of Representatives Aitken was elected as a Republican to the U.S. House of Representatives from the 6th District of Michigan for the 53rd and 54th Congresses, serving from March 4, 1893, to March 3, 1897. He was chairman of the House Committee on Mines and Mining in the 54th Congress.
He was not a candidate for renomination, running instead for Governor of Michigan in 1896.
Later career After losing that election to Hazen S. Pingree, Aitken resumed the practice of law and also engaged in banking. He served as mayor of the City of Flint in 1905 and 1906.
His boyhood home at 1110 N. Linden Rd. in Flint Township, Michigan is listed on The National Register of Historic Places.
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Who was David D. Aitken?
American congressman for Michigan (1853-1930)
When was David D. Aitken born?
David D. Aitken was born on 5 September 1853 in Flint.
When did David D. Aitken die?
David D. Aitken died on 26 May 1930 in Flint.
What was David D. Aitken's occupation?
David D. Aitken was a politician and lawyer.
What nationality was David D. Aitken?
David D. Aitken was American.
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