William J. Garsoe (December 9, 1917 – May 23, 1986) was an American politician from Maine. Garsoe, a Republican, served four terms (1973 to 1980) in the Maine House of Representatives from the town of Cumberland. During his third term in office, Garsoe was elected Assistant Minority Leader. During his fourth and final term, Garsoe was Minority Leader.[1]
William J. Garsoe | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Maine House of Representatives (District 25) | |
| In office 1973–1980 | |
| Succeeded by | Robert G. Dillenback |
| Personal details | |
| Political party | Republican |
| Spouse | Barbara Blanchard |
| Residence | Cumberland, Maine |
| Alma mater | University of Maine Orono (3 years) |
Garsoe served in the Air Corps as Captain during World War II. Garsoe raised carnations as the owner of Sunnyside Greenhouses from 1946 to 1972.[2]
References
edit- ^ "Legislators Biographical Search". Maine State Law and Legislative Reference Library. Archived from the original on 20 December 2015. Retrieved 18 July 2015.
- ^ "William Garsoe, former lawmaker". Bangor Daily News. May 26, 1986. p. 8. Retrieved 18 July 2015.
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