About Peter Nelson
Lived 1861 – 1938 (aged 76). Peter Nelson was an American politician.
Peter M. Nelson (May 16, 1861 – February 10, 1938) was a member of the Wisconsin State Assembly. He was elected to the Assembly in 1908. Additionally, Nelson was Assessor of Coleman, Wisconsin and Chairman (similar to Mayor) and a member of the school board of Beaver, Marinette County, Wisconsin. He was a Republican. Nelson was born on May 16, 1861, in Tromsø, Norway.
He died at his home in Beaver on February 10, 1938.
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Who was Peter Nelson?
Norwegian-born American politician (1861-1938)
When was Peter Nelson born?
Peter Nelson was born on 16 May 1861 in Tromsø.
When did Peter Nelson die?
Peter Nelson died on 10 February 1938 in Beaver.
What was Peter Nelson's occupation?
Peter Nelson was a politician.
What nationality was Peter Nelson?
Peter Nelson was American.
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· DBpedia: Peter Nelson (b. 1861)
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