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Lawrence C. Whittet

1871 – 1954

American politician and businessman

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About Lawrence C. Whittet

Lived 1871 – 1954 (aged 83). Lawrence C. Whittet was an American businessperson and politician.

Lawrence Clarke Whittet (June 16, 1871 – July 15, 1954) was an American politician and businessman.

Born in the town of Albion, Dane County, Wisconsin, Whittet moved from a farm in Jefferson County, Wisconsin with his parents to Edgerton, Wisconsin. Whittet then served as executive secretary for Wisconsin Governor Emanuel L. Philipp. Governor Albert Schmedeman appointed Whittet Wisconsin state director of the National Recovery Administration. Governor Philip La Follette appointed Whittet in charge of the state inspection and enforcement bureau. He was the supervisor of the oil inspection bureau under Governors Julius Heil and Walter Goodland. He was also executive director of the Association of Commerce in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Whittet retired in 1949. Whittet died from pneumonia at his home in Edgerton, Wisconsin.

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Important facts

Born
16 June 1871, Albion
Birth century
19th century
Died
15 July 1954, Edgerton, Wisconsin
Occupation
Businessperson, politician
Nationality
United States
Education
University of Wisconsin–Madison, University of Wisconsin
Positions held
Member of the Wisconsin State Assembly
Also known as
Lawrence Clarke Whittet, Lawrence Whittet

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Lawrence C. Whittet?

American politician and businessman

When was Lawrence C. Whittet born?

Lawrence C. Whittet was born on 16 June 1871 in Albion.

When did Lawrence C. Whittet die?

Lawrence C. Whittet died on 15 July 1954 in Edgerton, Wisconsin.

What was Lawrence C. Whittet's occupation?

Lawrence C. Whittet was a businessperson and politician.

What nationality was Lawrence C. Whittet?

Lawrence C. Whittet was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Lawrence C. Whittet

· Wikidata: Q21183073

· DBpedia: Lawrence C. Whittet

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