About Henry G. Klinefelter
Lived 1843 – 1910 (aged 66). Henry G. Klinefelter was an American farmer and politician.
Henry Gracely Klinefelter (October 22, 1843 – March 22, 1910) was an American farmer and Republican politician. He served one term in the Wisconsin State Assembly, representing Dane County.
Biography
Born in Marion County, Ohio, Klinefelter went to Mukwonago High School in Mukwonago, Wisconsin. In 1846, Klinefelter settled in the community of Nora, in the town of Cottage Grove, Dane County, Wisconsin Territory. Klinefelter was a farmer and tobacco buyer. During the American Civil War, Klinefelter served in Company D of the 7th Wisconsin Infantry Regiment, a part of the famous Iron Brigade, eventually being promoted to Second Lieutenant of the 51st Wisconsin Volunteer Infantry Regiment shortly before the end of the war. After the death of his first wife, Lydia Hoffman Klinefelter (1849–1871), Klinefelter married Frances A. Devoe (1849–1919) in 1872. Klinefelter served as justice of the peace and a census enumerator, and was a Republican. In 1889, Klinefelter served in the Wisconsin State Assembly. He died in Madison, Wisconsin.
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Who was Henry G. Klinefelter?
19th century American politician
When was Henry G. Klinefelter born?
Henry G. Klinefelter was born on 22 October 1843 in Marion County.
When did Henry G. Klinefelter die?
Henry G. Klinefelter died on 22 March 1910 in Madison, Wisconsin.
What was Henry G. Klinefelter's occupation?
Henry G. Klinefelter was a farmer and politician.
What nationality was Henry G. Klinefelter?
Henry G. Klinefelter was American.
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