Lawrence Van Buskirk
American politician
About Lawrence Van Buskirk
Lived 1867 – 1910 (aged 43). Lawrence Van Buskirk was an American.
Lawrence Van Buskirk (June 21, 1867 - November 21, 1910) was mayor of Bloomington, Indiana for eight years in the late 19th century. He was also postmaster and a bank president.
Education and career
He graduated from Indiana University, having studied philosophy (His obituary stated that he was a "graduate of the literary department".) Buskirk was mayor of the city for eight years, postmaster, and president of the First National Bank in Bloomington, Indiana. and they had three children: Allen, Lawrence Jr., and Martha. and heir to commercial property in Bloomington.
He died at his home on November 21, 1910 and his funeral was held at Indiana University.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Lawrence Van Buskirk?
American politician
When was Lawrence Van Buskirk born?
Lawrence Van Buskirk was born on 21 June 1867 in Bloomington.
When did Lawrence Van Buskirk die?
Lawrence Van Buskirk died on 21 November 1910.
What nationality was Lawrence Van Buskirk?
Lawrence Van Buskirk was American.
Sources & further reading
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Lawrence Van Buskirk. https://biography.guide/lawrence-van-buskirk/
MLA: "Lawrence Van Buskirk." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/lawrence-van-buskirk/.
Chicago: "Lawrence Van Buskirk." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/lawrence-van-buskirk/.
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