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Joseph W. Hoyt

1840 – 1902

American politician

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Lived 1840 – 1902 (aged 62). Joseph W. Hoyt was an American politician and businessperson.

Joseph W. Hoyt (May 18, 1840 – July 8, 1902) was an American merchant and Republican politician. He was a member of the Wisconsin State Senate (1885 & 1887) and State Assembly, representing Vernon County.

Biography

Born in Craftsbury, Vermont, Hoyt served in the 1st Vermont Cavalry during the American Civil War. In 1863, he settled in Chaseburg, Wisconsin, and was a merchant and lumber dealer. He served on the town board, and then, on the Vernon County, Wisconsin Board of Supervisors. He was chairman of the county board. Hoyt served in the Wisconsin State Assembly in 1871 as a Republican and then in the Wisconsin State Senate during the 1885 and 1887 sessions. Hoyt died at his home in Chaseburg, Wisconsin.

Electoral history Wisconsin Assembly (1870)

Wisconsin Senate (1884)

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Important facts

Born
18 May 1840, Craftsbury, Vermont
Birth century
19th century
Died
8 July 1902, Chaseburg, Wisconsin
Occupation
Politician, businessperson
Nationality
United States
Positions held
Member of the Wisconsin State Assembly, Member of the State Senate of Wisconsin

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Joseph W. Hoyt?

American politician (1840-1902)

When was Joseph W. Hoyt born?

Joseph W. Hoyt was born on 18 May 1840 in Craftsbury, Vermont.

When did Joseph W. Hoyt die?

Joseph W. Hoyt died on 8 July 1902 in Chaseburg, Wisconsin.

What was Joseph W. Hoyt's occupation?

Joseph W. Hoyt was a politician and businessperson.

What nationality was Joseph W. Hoyt?

Joseph W. Hoyt was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Joseph W. Hoyt

· Wikidata: Q16740061

· DBpedia: Joseph W. Hoyt

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