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Ferdinand Brucker

1858 – 1904

American politician

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Lived 1858 – 1904 (aged 46). Ferdinand Brucker was an American politician, lawyer and judge.

Ferdinand Brucker (January 8, 1858 – March 3, 1904) was an American lawyer and politician from the U.S. state of Michigan. He served one term in the United States House of Representatives from 1897 to 1899.

Early life and education Brucker was born in Bridgeport, Michigan, where he attended the common schools. He was a member of the State militia 1878-1881. He graduated from the law department of the University of Michigan at Ann Arbor in 1881, was admitted to the bar the same year, and commenced practice in Saginaw.

Political career He was an alderman of East Saginaw, 1882–1884, a judge of the probate court of Saginaw County, 1888–1896, and a delegate to the 1896 Democratic National Convention.

Congress Brucker was elected as a Democrat from Michigan's 8th congressional district to the 55th Congress, serving from March 4, 1897, to March 3, 1899. He was an unsuccessful candidate for reelection in 1898, losing to Joseph W. Fordney.

Death After leaving Congress, Ferdinand Brucker resumed the practice of law.

He died in Saginaw, and is interred in Oak Grove Cemetery in Bridgeport. His son, Wilber M. Brucker, later served as Governor of Michigan from 1931 to 1932.

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Important facts

Birth century
Education
University of Michigan Law School, University of Michigan
Positions held
United States representative

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Ferdinand Brucker?

American politician (1858-1904)

When was Ferdinand Brucker born?

Ferdinand Brucker was born on 8 January 1858 in Bridgeport.

When did Ferdinand Brucker die?

Ferdinand Brucker died on 3 March 1904 in Saginaw.

What was Ferdinand Brucker's occupation?

Ferdinand Brucker was a politician, lawyer and judge.

What nationality was Ferdinand Brucker?

Ferdinand Brucker was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Ferdinand Brucker

· Wikidata: Q1405148

· DBpedia: Ferdinand Brucker

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