Willis E. Benedict

Willis E. Benedict (July 16, 1858–August 17, 1917) was a member of the South Dakota Senate and the South Dakota House of Representatives.

Biography

Benedict was born in Lafayette County, Wisconsin.[1] He moved to Lincoln County, South Dakota in 1872. On August 12, 1899, Benedict married Maude Ionia Druse. They would have one daughter. Benedict is buried in Canton, South Dakota.[2][3]

Career

Benedict was a member of the Senate from 1899 to 1900 and of the House of Representatives from 1901 to 1902. He was a Republican.

References
  1. "Willis E. Benedict Biography". USGenWeb Archives. Retrieved 2013-10-08.
  2. "Teacher Politicians in Wisconsin". Political Graveyard. Retrieved 2013-10-08.
  3. South Dakota Legislature Database-Legislature Information
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