About Thomas W. White
Lived 1805 – 1884 (aged 78). Thomas W. White was an American politician.
Thomas W. White (November 15, 1805 – January 9, 1884) was a Michigan politician.
Early life White was born on November 15, 1805. In 1836, White settled in Grand Haven, Michigan.
Career In Grand Haven, White worked as a lumberjack. On November 6, 1843, White was elected to the Michigan House of Representatives where he represented the Ottawa County district from January 1, 1844, to March 12, 1844. At first, White was a Whig, but later, he became a Republican. After 30 years of living in Grand Haven, White moved to Grand Rapids, Michigan.
Personal life White married Caroline Norton and had three children. White was the uncle of United States Senator Thomas White Ferry.
Death White died on January 9, 1884.
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Who was Thomas W. White?
American politician in Michigan (1805-1884)
When was Thomas W. White born?
Thomas W. White was born on 15 November 1805 in Ashfield.
When did Thomas W. White die?
Thomas W. White died on 9 January 1884.
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Thomas W. White was a politician.
What nationality was Thomas W. White?
Thomas W. White was American.
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