William Dixon (state representative)
American politician
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William Dixon (October 27, 1808 – October 9, 1887) was an English American immigrant, farmer, and Republican politician. He served two terms in the Wisconsin State Assembly, representing Richland County.
William Dixon | |
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| Member of the Wisconsin State Assembly | |
| In office January 1, 1872 – January 6, 1873 | |
| Preceded by | Elihu Bailey (whole county) |
| Succeeded by | Norman L. James |
| Constituency | Richland 1st district |
| In office January 3, 1859 – January 3, 1860 | |
| Preceded by | Charles Rodolf |
| Succeeded by | Jeremiah L. Jackson |
| Constituency | Richland district |
| Personal details | |
| Born | October 27, 1808 |
| Died | October 9, 1887 (aged 78) |
| Resting place | Bear Valley Cemetery, Bear Valley, Wisconsin |
| Party | Republican |
| Spouse |
Phila Carswell (m. 1830–1887) |
| Children |
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Biography
Dixon was born on October 27, 1808, in Beverley, England. He married Philia Carswell in 1830.[1] He immigrated to Oneida County, New York, in 1834.[2] He later owned a farm in Exeter, New York, before renting one in Buena Vista, Richland County, Wisconsin, and eventually owning another in Ithaca, Wisconsin, in 1855.[3][4] He died on October 9, 1887, and was buried in Bear Valley Cemetery in Bear Valley, Wisconsin.[1]
Political career
Dixon was a member of the Assembly during the 1859 and 1872 sessions.[5] Other positions he held include Chairman of the Town Board (similar to city council) of Ithaca. He was a Republican.