George B. Burrows

George B. Burrows (October 20, 1832 – February 25, 1909) was an American businessman and politician.

For others of the same name, see George Burrows.

Born in Springfield, Vermont, Burrows moved to Sauk City, Wisconsin in 1858 and was a banker. In 1865, he moved to Madison, Wisconsin and was in the real estate business. Burrows served in the Wisconsin State Senate from the 25th district from 1877 to 1882 and was president pro temp in 1882. In 1895, Burrows served in the Wisconsin State Assembly and served as Assembly speaker. He was a Republican.[1] Burrows died in Madison, Wisconsin[2] and is buried there at Forest Hill Cemetery.[3]

References
  1. Wisconsin Blue Book 1895, Biographical Sketch of George B. Burrows, p. 676
  2. "George B. Burrows Is Dead". The Racine Daily Journal. February 26, 1909. p. 1. Retrieved March 24, 2019 – via Newspapers.com.
  3. "Leaves His Home to Elks". The Racine Daily Journal. March 1, 1909. p. 1. Retrieved March 25, 2019 – via Newspapers.com.


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