George Luther
George Luther (May 3, 1823 – December 23, 1884) was a Michigan politician.
George Luther | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Michigan House of Representatives from the Ottawa County 2nd district | |
| In office January 7, 1863 – February 25, 1865 | |
| Preceded by | District established |
| Succeeded by | Wales F. Storrs |
| Personal details | |
| Born | May 3, 1823 Livingston County, New York |
| Died | December 23, 1884 (aged 61) |
| Political party | Republican |
| Spouse | Elizabeth Seymore |
Early life
Luther was born on May 3, 1823, in Bristol, Rhode Island. In 1841, Luther moved to Grand Rapids, Michigan. Later, he moved to Lamont, Michigan.[1]
Career
Luther was a merchant. On November 4, 1862, Luther was elected to the Michigan House of Representatives where he began representing the Ottawa County 2nd district on January 7, 1863. On February 25, 1865, resigned from this position.[2]
Personal life
Luther was married to Elizabeth Seymore.[2]
Death
Luther died on December 23, 1884. He was interred at Maplewood Cemetery in Lamont.[2]
References
- Bingham, Stephen D. (1888). Early History of Michigan: With Biographies of State Officers, Members of Congress, Judges and Legislators. Thorp & Godfrey, state printers – via Internet Archive.
- "Legislator Details - George Luther". Library of Michigan. Retrieved August 6, 2020.
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