About James S. Towers
Lived 1859 – 1926 (aged 66). James S. Towers was an American farmer, businessperson and politician.
James Shanks Towers (April 24, 1859 – April 18, 1926) was an American farmer, businessman, and politician.
Born in the town of Caledonia, Columbia County, Wisconsin, Towers went to Portage High School in Portage, Wisconsin. Towers was a farmer and served on the board of directors of the Merrimac State Bank. Towers served as chairman of the Caledonia Town Board and on the Columbia County Board of Supervisors. He also served on the school board. In 1909, Towers served in the Wisconsin State Assembly and was a Republican. Towers died at his home in Portage, Wisconsin from a long illness.
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Who was James S. Towers?
Wisconsin politician
When was James S. Towers born?
James S. Towers was born on 24 April 1859 in Caledonia.
When did James S. Towers die?
James S. Towers died on 18 April 1926 in Portage, Wisconsin.
What was James S. Towers's occupation?
James S. Towers was a farmer, businessperson and politician.
What nationality was James S. Towers?
James S. Towers was American.
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