George H. Ray
George H. Ray | |
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| Born | Template:Birth date St. Stephen, New Brunswick, Canada |
| Died | October 31, 1910 (aged 63) |
| Occupation(s) | Businessman, banker, politician |
| Known for | 40th Speaker of the Wisconsin State Assembly |
George H. Ray (October 4, 1847 – October 31, 1910) was an immigrant from Canada to the United States who established himself as a businessman, banker, and Republican political figure. He held the position of the 40th Speaker of the Wisconsin State Assembly and represented the La Crosse district for five consecutive terms. Additionally, Ray led the La Crosse County board of supervisors as its chairman.
Biography
Born on October 4, 1847, in St. Stephen, New Brunswick, Ray passed away on October 31, 1910.
Career
Ray secured election to the Wisconsin State Assembly in 1894 and was appointed Speaker for the legislative sessions of 1899 and 1901. Before his tenure at the state level, he served on the Gardiner, Maine City Council and subsequently acted as chairman of the La Crosse County board of supervisors for a two-year period. Throughout his professional life, he merged his business pursuits with active involvement in Republican politics.