Thomas Armstrong (Wisconsin Politician)
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Thomas W. Armstrong (August 22, 1858 – July 23, 1927) was a Canadian-born American businessman and politician who served as a member of the Wisconsin State Assembly from 1916 to 1918.


Early life

Born in Brampton, Ontario, Armstrong emigrated to the United States with his parents and settled in Glenbeulah, Wisconsin. He attended Glenbeulah public schools.


Career

Armstrong began his career as a railroad brakeman and conductor. In 1898, Armstrong opened a buffet in Kaukauna, Wisconsin. He served on the Kaukauna Common Council and the Kaukauna Utility Commission. From 1916 to 1918, Armstrong served in the Wisconsin State Assembly as a Republican.


Death

Armstrong died in
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of complications from surgery.'Armstrong Funeral Held At Kaukauna,' Appleton Post Crescent, July 26, 1927, pg. 10


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* 1858 births 1927 deaths Canadian emigrants to the United States Politicians from Brampton People from Kaukauna, Wisconsin People from Glenbeulah, Wisconsin Businesspeople from Ontario Businesspeople from Wisconsin Wisconsin city council members Republican Party members of the Wisconsin State Assembly {{Wisconsin-WIAssembly-Republican-1850s-stub