About Fred B. Wells
Lived 1861 – 1932 (aged 71). Fred B. Wells was an American politician.
Fred B. Wells (1861–1932) was a Republican politician from Michigan who served in the Michigan House of Representatives from 1915 through 1926. He served as the Speaker of the House during the 53rd Legislature.
Wells was born in Wayne Township in 1861 and moved to LaGrange Township at age 5. His parents trace Puritan ancestry to Rhode Island. After attending the local public schools, Wells learned to farm using scientific methods. He was a member of the Masons, the Grange, and the local Farm Bureau.
First elected in 1914, Wells served six terms in the Michigan House of Representatives for Cass County. He worked to reform the state tax system. An unsuccessful candidate for lieutenant governor in 1926, Wells retired to his farm and died on November 25, 1932.
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Who was Fred B. Wells?
American politician (1861-1932)
When was Fred B. Wells born?
Fred B. Wells was born on 16 February 1861 in Wayne Township.
When did Fred B. Wells die?
Fred B. Wells died on 25 November 1932 in LaGrange Township.
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Fred B. Wells was a politician.
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Fred B. Wells was American.
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