About Melvin Olson
Lived 1887 – 1962 (aged 75). Melvin Olson was an American politician, farmer and businessperson.
Melvin Olson (May 18, 1887 – July 18, 1962) was a member of the Wisconsin State Senate.
Olson was born in Blanchard, Wisconsin. He later moved to South Wayne, Wisconsin. Olson was a farmer, store owner, and a farm implement and supply dealer. He served on the high school board. Olson died in Monroe, Wisconsin.
Career Olson was a member of the Senate representing the 17th district from 1943 to 1954. Additionally, he was Village President, Village Treasurer and Assessor of South Wayne, as well as a delegate to the 1948 Republican National Convention.
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Member of the Wisconsin State Senate
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Melvin Olson was born on 18 May 1887.
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Melvin Olson died on 18 July 1962.
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Melvin Olson was a politician, farmer and businessperson.
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