B. W. Countryman

Bertram W. Countryman (February 28, 1867 – February 15, 1946) was a member of the South Dakota House of Representatives and served one term, from 1903 until 1906 for the 11th district.

B. W. Countryman
Member of the South Dakota House of Representatives
from the 11th district
In office
1903–1906
Personal details
Born(1867-02-28)February 28, 1867
Grant County, Wisconsin
Died(1946-02-15)February 15, 1946
San Joaquin County, California
Political partyRepublican
Spouse(s)Alice E. Parkhurst

Biography

Countryman was born on February 28, 1867 in Grant County, Wisconsin.[1] He moved to McCook County, South Dakota in 1880.[2] In 1889, he married Alice E. Parkhurst. In addition to his political activity, he was a grain dealer[3] and organized Chautauqua assemblies.[4]

Career

Countryman was a member of the South Dakota House of Representatives from 1903 to 1906.[5] He was a Republican.

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References

  1. "Hardward Business Politicians in Wisconsin". Political Graveyard. Retrieved 2013-10-10.
  2. Biographical, Legislature. South Dakota Manual. Retrieved 2013-10-10.
  3. "City Briefs: B. W. Countryman". Argus-Leader. December 13, 1911. p. 8. Retrieved August 3, 2017 via Newspapers.com.
  4. "Spencer Chautauqua to Have Strong Features". Argus-Leader. June 15, 1922. p. 3. Retrieved August 3, 2017 via Newspapers.com.
  5. "Personnel of Coming Session of Legislature". Argus-Leader. November 6, 1902. p. 9. Retrieved August 4, 2017 via Newspapers.com.


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