John Fetzer (politician)
John Fetzer (July 8, 1840 – May 2, 1900) was a German American immigrant, merchant, and Democratic politician. He was a member of the Wisconsin State Senate, representing Door, Marinette, and Oconto counties during the 1891 and 1893 sessions. He also represented Door County in the State Assembly in 1885 and served in the Union Army during the American Civil War.
John Fetzer | |
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From Door County, Wisconsin, the County Beautiful, Vol. 1 (1917) | |
| Member of the Wisconsin Senate from the 1st district | |
| In office February 4, 1891 – January 7, 1895 | |
| Preceded by | Edward Scofield |
| Succeeded by | De Wayne Stebbins |
| Member of the Wisconsin State Assembly from the Door district | |
| In office January 5, 1885 – January 3, 1887 | |
| Preceded by | Christopher Leonhardt |
| Succeeded by | Gustaf Dreutzer |
| Personal details | |
| Born | July 8, 1840 Grand Duchy of Hessen |
| Died | May 2, 1900 (aged 59) Iron River, Michigan, U.S. |
| Resting place | Bayside Cemetery, Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Spouse |
Anna Fetzer (m. 1866–1900) |
| Children | none |
| Profession | Merchant |
| Military service | |
| Allegiance | United States |
| Branch/service | United States Volunteers |
| Years of service | 1861–1864 |
| Rank | |
| Unit | 9th Reg. Wis. Vol. Infantry |
| Battles/wars | American Civil War
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