James Kirk (Michigan politician)

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James Kirk
Member of the Michigan House of Representatives
from the Tuscola County district
In office
January 1, 1943  December 31, 1950
Preceded by Audley Rawson
Succeeded by Allison Green
Tuscola County Sheriff
In office
1931–1934
Personal details
Born (1879-07-30)July 30, 1879
Fairgrove Township, Michigan
Died January 5, 1957(1957-01-05) (aged 77)
Political party Republican
Spouse(s) Jane

James Kirk was a Republican member of the Michigan House of Representatives.

Born in Fairgrove Township, Kirk was supervisor of Juniata Township for 14 years, and was elected Tuscola County sheriff in 1930. In 1942, Kirk was elected to the Legislature where he served four terms. He was defeated in the Republican primary in 1950 by Allison Green.[1]

Kirk's father William had served in the House in the early 1900s.[2]

References

  1. The Cass City Chronicle: September 11, 1942
  2. The Political Graveyard: Kirk, James
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