John Tester
John A. Tester (March 30, 1835 – May 26, 1918) was a Swiss American immigrant, merchant, and Republican politician. He was a member of the Wisconsin State Assembly, representing Buffalo County in the 1883 session.
John A. Tester | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Wisconsin State Assembly from the Buffalo district | |
| In office January 1, 1883 – January 5, 1885 | |
| Preceded by | Martin W. McDonnell |
| Succeeded by | Samuel Decius Hubbard |
| Personal details | |
| Born | March 30, 1835 Rongellen, Grisons, Switzerland |
| Died | May 26, 1918 (aged 83) Seattle, Washington, U.S. |
| Resting place | Lake View Cemetery, Seattle |
| Political party | Republican |
| Spouse | Mathilda F. Tester (died 1934) |
| Occupation | Merchant |
| Military service | |
| Allegiance | United States |
| Branch/service | United States Volunteers Union Army |
| Years of service | 1861–1862 |
| Rank | 1st Lieutenant, USV |
| Unit | 6th Reg. Wis. Vol. Infantry |
| Battles/wars | American Civil War |
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