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Thomas A. Roycraft

1853 – 1944

American farmer, businessman and politician

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Lived 1853 – 1944 (aged 90). Thomas A. Roycraft was an American farmer, businessperson and politician.

Thomas A. Roycraft (May 26, 1853 – February 2, 1944) was an American farmer, businessman, and politician.

Biography Born in County Cork, Ireland, Roycraft emigrated with his parents to the United States in 1862. Roycraft lived on a farm near Omro, Wisconsin, Winnebago County, Wisconsin. He then moved to Lafayette, Chippewa County, Wisconsin.

He organized the Lafayette Dairy Company and was director of the Eagle Point Insurance Company. Roycraft served as chairman, assessor, and treasurer of the Town of Lafayette and was active in the Republican Party. From 1905 to 1909 again in 1911, Roycraft served in the Wisconsin State Assembly. Roycraft died at his home in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin.

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Important facts

Born
26 May 1853, County Cork
Birth century
19th century
Died
2 February 1944, Wisconsin, United States
Occupation
Farmer, businessperson, politician
Nationality
United States
Positions held
Member of the Wisconsin State Assembly

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Thomas A. Roycraft?

American farmer, businessman and politician

When was Thomas A. Roycraft born?

Thomas A. Roycraft was born on 26 May 1853 in County Cork.

When did Thomas A. Roycraft die?

Thomas A. Roycraft died on 2 February 1944 in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin, United States.

What was Thomas A. Roycraft's occupation?

Thomas A. Roycraft was a farmer, businessperson and politician.

What nationality was Thomas A. Roycraft?

Thomas A. Roycraft was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Thomas A. Roycraft

· Wikidata: Q19894519

· DBpedia: Thomas A. Roycraft

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