About William H. Nicholas
Lived 1892 – 1984 (aged 91). William H. Nicholas was an American politician.
William H. Nicholas (October 10, 1892 – August 13, 1984) was an American politician who served twice as the Lieutenant Governor of Iowa.
Early life and education Born in Butler County, Iowa to William A. Nicholas and Elizabeth H. Nicholas, Nicholas raised turkeys in Cerro Gordo County, Iowa and served in the United States Navy during World War I.
Career Nicholas served as a member of the Iowa House of Representatives from 1946 to 1948. Later, he served as the 34th Lieutenant Governor of Iowa from 1951 to 1953 serving under Governor William S. Beardsley and from 1957 to 1959, serving under Governor Herschel C. Loveless. He died in Mason City, Iowa. Nicholas was a Freemason. From 1959 to 1963, Nicholas served on the Iowa Highway Commission.
Personal life Nicholas married Viola Folkers of Allison, Iowa in 1922. He had three children.
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Who was William H. Nicholas?
American politician (1892-1984)
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William H. Nicholas was born on 10 October 1892 in Butler County.
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William H. Nicholas died on 13 August 1984.
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William H. Nicholas was a politician.
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William H. Nicholas was American.
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