Bela Whipple Jenks (June 6, 1824 – October 29, 1897) was a Michigan politician.
Bela W. Jenks | |
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| Member of the Michigan Senate from the 24th district | |
| In office January 1, 1869 – 1872 | |
| Preceded by | William Sanborn |
| Succeeded by | Harrison H. Wheeler |
| Personal details | |
| Born | June 6, 1824 Crown Point, New York, US |
| Died | October 29, 1897 (aged 73) St. Clair, Michigan, US |
| Political party | Republican |
| Spouse | Sarah Carleton |
Early life
editJenks was born on June 6, 1824, in Crown Point, New York.[1]
Career
editJenks was a farmer. On November 3, 1868, Jenks was elected to the Michigan Senate where he represented the 24th district from January 6, 1869, to 1872.[1] In 1881, Jenks was appointed by Governor David Jerome to the Michigan Board of Education where he served until 1888.[2]
Personal life
editJenks married Sarah Carleton on November 3, 1853.[2]
Death
editJenks died due to diabetes on October 29, 1897, in St. Clair, Michigan. Jenks was interred at Hillside Cemetery in St. Clair, Michigan.[2]
References
edit- ^ a b "Legislator Details - Bela W Jenks". Library of Michigan. Retrieved January 30, 2020.
- ^ a b c "Jenkins-husband to Jenning". Political Graveyard. Retrieved January 30, 2020.
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