William H. Sears | |
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Member of the California State Senate from the 15th district | |
In office 1879-1883 | |
15th Speaker of the California State Assembly | |
In office December 1863–April 1864 | |
Preceded by | Tim N. Machin |
Succeeded by | John Yule |
Member of the California State Assembly from the 21st district | |
In office 1861-1865 | |
Personal details | |
Born | William Henry Sears September 1,1830 Portland,Connecticut,U.S. |
Died | February 27,1891 (age 60) San Francisco,California,U.S. |
Political party | Republican National Union |
Spouse | Lephe Wood Young |
Children | 1 |
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