James Kirk (Michigan politician)
James Kirk was a Republican member of the Michigan House of Representatives.
James Kirk | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Michigan House of Representatives from the Tuscola County district | |
| In office January 1, 1943 – December 31, 1950 | |
| Preceded by | Audley Rawson |
| Succeeded by | Allison Green |
| Tuscola County Sheriff | |
| In office 1931–1934 | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | July 30, 1879 Fairgrove Township, Michigan |
| Died | January 5, 1957 (aged 77) |
| Political party | Republican |
| Spouse(s) | Jane |
Born in Fairgrove Township, Kirk was supervisor of Juniata Township for 14 years, and was elected Tuscola County sheriff in 1930. In 1942, Kirk was elected to the Legislature where he served four terms. He was defeated in the Republican primary in 1950 by Allison Green.[1]
Kirk's father William had served in the House in the early 1900s.[2]
References
- The Cass City Chronicle: September 11, 1942
- The Political Graveyard: Kirk, James
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