William C. Edwards (Wyoming politician)

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William C. Edwards
Member of the Wyoming House of Representatives
In office
1975–1984
Personal details
Born (1934-05-17) May 17, 1934 (age 90)
Waukegan, Illinois, U.S.
Political party Democratic [1]
Alma mater Carlton College
University of Wyoming
University of Nebraska

William C. Edwards (born May 17, 1934) [2] is an American politician. He served as a Democratic member of the Wyoming House of Representatives. [3]

Life and career

Edwards was born in Waukegan, Illinois. He attended Carlton College, the University of Wyoming and the University of Nebraska. [3]

Edwards was a biology instructor at Laramie County Community College. [4]

Edwards served in the Wyoming House of Representatives from 1975 to 1984. [3]

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References

  1. "Laramie county spending is listed". Casper Star-Tribune . Casper, Wyoming. November 20, 1976. p. 5. Retrieved September 3, 2023 via Newspapers.com. Open Access logo PLoS transparent.svg
  2. Wyoming Blue Book, Wyoming State Archives, Department of Commerce, 1991, p. 204
  3. 1 2 3 "Representative William Edwards". Wyoming Legislature . Retrieved September 3, 2023.
  4. "Instructor prepares for symposium". Casper Star-Tribune . Casper, Wyoming. November 28, 1976. p. 11. Retrieved September 3, 2023 via Newspapers.com. Open Access logo PLoS transparent.svg