William W. Andrus (July 25, 1821August 28, 1910) was an American politician.

Early life

Andrus was born on July 25, 1821 in Middlebury, New York. In 1822, Andrus moved to Macomb County, Michigan with his father.

Career

Andrus was a physician, a surgeon, and a pharmacist. He was among the earliest physicians in Macomb County. In 1861, Andrus served as postmaster of

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. In 1867, Andrus severed as a delegate from Macomb County in the Michigan constitutional convention. Under President

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, Andrus served as Assessor of Internal Revenue in the 5th congressional district. In 1880, Andrus served as the treasurer of Shelby Township, Michigan. On March 21, 1881, State Senator

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resigned to fill the vacancy left in the

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left by Congressman Omar D. Conger's resignation. By March 31, Andrus was nominated by the

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to fill the vacancy in the state senate left by Rich's resignation, and the Democrats had nominated John N. Mellen of Romeo. In April, Andrus was admitted to the state senate and sworn in. He served in this position until 1882. In 1895, Andrus was appointed by Governor John T. Rich to the Macomb County jury commission for a term of two years.

Personal life

By October 7, 1898, Andrus' wife had died.

Death

Andrus died on August 28, 1910 in his Utica home.

References

1821 births 1910 deaths City and town treasurers in the United States Republican Party Michigan state senators People from Wyoming County, New York People from Utica, Michigan Michigan postmasters Internal Revenue Service people Physicians from Michigan 19th-century American politicians 19th-century American physicians {{Michigan-politician-stub