About William T. Sterling
Lived 1808 – 1903 (aged 94). William T. Sterling was an American politician.
William T. Sterling (January 29, 1808 – January 12, 1903) was an American politician and pioneer from Wisconsin.
Born in Woodford County, Kentucky, Sterling came with Henry Dodge to the lead mines of Wisconsin. Sterling served as a clerk in the Wisconsin Territorial Legislature. In 1848 and 1850, Sterling served in the Wisconsin State Assembly. In 1852, Sterling platted what is now the village of Mount Sterling in Crawford County. Sterling died at his daughter's home in Scott, Wisconsin in 1903.
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Who was William T. Sterling?
American politician (1808-1903)
When was William T. Sterling born?
William T. Sterling was born on 29 January 1808.
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William T. Sterling died on 12 January 1903.
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William T. Sterling was a politician.
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William T. Sterling was American.
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