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Oscar Clark Hathaway

1833 – 1909

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Lived 1833 – 1909 (aged 76). Oscar Clark Hathaway was an American politician.

Oscar Clark Hathaway (March 1, 1833 – November 1, 1909) was an American miner, ore merchant, and Republican politician. He served four years in the Wisconsin State Senate, representing Grant County.

Biography Hathaway was born on March 1, 1833, in Swanton (town), Vermont. He moved to Wisconsin in 1853, and engaged in iron manufacturing in Mayville, Wisconsin, and lead mining in Beetown, Wisconsin.

He died in Exeter, California, on November 1, 1909. He was buried at Home of Peace Cemetery in Porterville, California.

Political career A Republican, Hathaway was Chairman of the Town Board of Beetown in 1872 and 1873. He represented the 16th District in the State Senate during the 1876, 1877, 1878, and 1879 sessions.

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Important facts

Born
1 March 1833, Swanton
Birth century
19th century
Died
1 November 1909, Exeter, California
Occupation
Politician
Nationality
United States
Positions held
Member of the State Senate of Wisconsin

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Oscar Clark Hathaway?

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When was Oscar Clark Hathaway born?

Oscar Clark Hathaway was born on 1 March 1833 in Swanton.

When did Oscar Clark Hathaway die?

Oscar Clark Hathaway died on 1 November 1909 in Exeter, California.

What was Oscar Clark Hathaway's occupation?

Oscar Clark Hathaway was a politician.

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Oscar Clark Hathaway was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Oscar Clark Hathaway

· Wikidata: Q21664513

· DBpedia: Oscar Clark Hathaway

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