William Geister (March 26, 1876 – January 17, 1942) was an American politician who served in the Minnesota House of Representatives from 1923 to 1925, representing the 21st legislative district of Minnesota in the 43rd Minnesota Legislature.[1][2]
William Geister | |
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| Member of the Minnesota House of Representatives from the 21st district | |
| In office January 2, 1923 – January 5, 1925 | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | March 26, 1876 Spring Lake Township, Scott County, Minnesota, U.S. |
| Died | January 17, 1942 (aged 65) Scott County, Minnesota, U.S. |
| Residence(s) | Shakopee, Minnesota, U.S. |
| Profession | Politician |
Early life and education edit
Geister was born and raised on a farm in Spring Lake Township, Scott County, Minnesota.
Career edit
Geister served as the town clerk of Spring Lake Township from June 1906 until an unknown date.
Geister served in the Minnesota House of Representatives from 1923 to 1925, representing the 21st legislative district of Minnesota in the 43rd Minnesota Legislature.
During his time in office, Geister served on the following committees.
- Board of Control and State Institutions
- Engrossment and Enrollment
- General Legislation
- Public Buildings
- Reapportionment
Geister's time in office began on January 2, 1923, and concluded on January 5, 1925. His district included representation for Scott County.
Personal life and death edit
Geister resided in Shakopee, Minnesota. He died at the age of 65 in Scott County, Minnesota on January 17, 1942.
References edit
- ^ "Geister, William". Minnesota Legislature. Retrieved July 20, 2022.
- ^ "Representative William Geister, 1923-1924 Legislative Session, Minnesota Legislature". Minnesota Digital Library. 1923. Retrieved July 31, 2023.
