Burton K. Wheeler
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Burton Kendall Wheeler (February 27, 1882 – January 6, 1975) was an American politician and lawyer. He was a member of the Democratic Party in Montana. He was a United States Senator from 1923 until 1947.[1] He was Robert M. La Follette's running mate for the 1924 election.
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| United States Senator from Montana | |
| In office March 4, 1923 – January 3, 1947 | |
| Preceded by | Henry L. Myers |
| Succeeded by | Zales Ecton |
| Member of the Montana House of Representatives | |
| In office 1910–1912 | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Burton Kendall Wheeler February 27, 1882 Hudson, Massachusetts, U.S. |
| Died | January 6, 1975 (aged 92) Washington, D.C., U.S. |
| Nationality | American |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Other political affiliations | Progressive (1924) |
| Spouse(s) | Lulu M. White (1883–1962) |
| Children | 3 sons: John, Edward, and Richard 3 daughters: Elizabeth, Frances (died 1957), and Marion |
| Alma mater | University of Michigan |
Burton K. Wheeler Media
Time cover, June 18, 1923
Senator Burton Kendall Wheeler.
References
- ↑ Howard, Joseph Kinsey (March 1947). "The decline and fall of Burton K. Wheeler". Harper's Magazine. Harper's. March 1947. Retrieved 19 May 2019.
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