Herman B. Wegner

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Herman B. Wegner was a member of the Wisconsin State Assembly.

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Biography

Wegner was born on January 3, 1891 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. [1] He made his living as a shoe and leather cutter and as a coal salesman. [2]

Political career

Wegner was a member of the Assembly from 1933 to 1944. Originally a member of the Socialist Party of America, he later became affiliated with the Wisconsin Progressive Party.

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References

  1. "Members of the Legislature". Wisconsin Blue Book. Retrieved 2014-01-27.
  2. "Politicians in Shoes, Leather, and Fur in Wisconsin". Political Graveyard. Retrieved 2014-01-27.