About William C. Maybury
Lived 1848 – 1909 (aged 60). William C. Maybury was an American politician and lawyer.
William Cotter Maybury (November 20, 1848 – May 6, 1909) was an American politician from the U.S. state of Michigan.
Early life
Maybury was born in Detroit, Michigan, on November 20, 1848, the son of Thomas Maybury. He attended public schools in Detroit, graduating in 1866. Maybury was an unsuccessful candidate for Governor of Michigan in 1900, being defeated by Republican candidate Aaron T. Bliss.
In 1899, Maybury was one of twelve investors in Detroit Automobile Company, which was Henry Ford's first attempt at building automobiles. As with many early car ventures, the company floundered, and it was dissolved in January 1901.
Maybury remained a bachelor until the end of his life.
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American politician (1848-1909)
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William C. Maybury was born on 20 November 1848 in Detroit.
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William C. Maybury died on 6 May 1909 in Detroit.
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William C. Maybury was a politician and lawyer.
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