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William Irving Latimer (August 5, 1836 – April 19, 1922) was a Michigan politician.
Early life
Latimer was born on August 5, 1836 in Dutchess County, New York. Latimer attended school in Poughkeepsie, New York.
Career
Latimer moved to Newaygo, Michigan to work for the Newaygo Lumber Company, where he worked from 1859 to 1865. Latimer served as the Mecosta County treasurer for three terms. Latimer served as the mayor of Big Rapids, Michigan in 1870. In 1876, he was a member of Michigan Republican State Central Committee. Latimer served as Michigan Auditor General from 1879 to 1982. On November 6, 1894, Latimer was elected as a member of the Michigan House of Representatives, where he represented Mecosta County and served from January 2, 1895 to 1896. On November 3, 1896, Latimer was elected as a member of the Michigan Senate, where he represented the 25th district served from January 6, 1897 to 1900.
Personal life
Latimer married Olivia Spencer Cobb on April 8, 1863 in Kent County, Michigan. Together they had one daughter. Latimer was Episcopalian.
Death
Latimer died on April 19, 1922 in Portland Oregon.