William C. Stevens
William C. Stevens was a Michigan politician who served as Michigan Auditor General from 1883 to 1886.
William C. Stevens | |
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Michigan Auditor General | |
In office 1883–1886 | |
Preceded by | W. Irving Latimer |
Succeeded by | Henry H. Aplin |
Personal details | |
Born | Plymouth, Michigan | November 14, 1837
Died | August 20, 1921 83) Detroit, Michigan | (aged
Political party | Republican |
Spouse(s) | Laura C. |
Military service | |
Allegiance | |
Rank | Major |
Battles/wars | American Civil War |
Early life
Stevens was born on November 14, 1837 in Plymouth, Michigan to father William N. Stevens.[1][2]
Military career
Stevens served as a Major in the American Civil War and was honorably discharged in July 1865.[1][2]
Political career
Stevens served as multiple positions in the Iosco County local government, including the county treasurer and prosecuting attorney. Stevens served as Michigan Auditor General from 1883 to 1886.[1] Stevens was a Republican.[2]
Personal life
Stevens married Laura C. Warden on April 21, 1869 and together they had at least one child.[2] Stevens was a member of both the Grand Army of the Republic and Loyal Legion. Stevens was Methodist.[1]
Death
Stevens died on August 20, 1921 in Detroit, Michigan. He is interred at Forest Hill Cemetery in Ann Arbor, Michigan.[2]
References
- "Stevens, U to Z". Political Graveyard. Retrieved December 8, 2019.
- "Maj William Collin Stevens Memorial". Find a Grave. Retrieved December 8, 2019.