Roscoe D. Dix
Roscoe Dexter Dix (June 11, 1839 – September 5, 1912) was a Michigan politician who served as Michigan Auditor General from 1897 to 1900.
Roscoe D. Dix | |
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| Michigan Auditor General | |
| In office 1897–1900 | |
| Preceded by | Stanley W. Turner |
| Succeeded by | Perry F. Powers |
| Personal details | |
| Born | June 11, 1839 Jefferson County, New York |
| Died | September 5, 1912 (aged 73) Berrien Springs, Michigan |
| Political party | Republican |
| Spouse(s) | Virginia M. Kephart |
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| Allegiance |  United States Army (Union Army) |
| Battles/wars | American Civil War |
Early life
Dix was born in Jefferson County, New York on June 11, 1839 to parents Dexter Ozias and Mary Eliza Dix.[1] Dix is distantly related to Robert Treat.[2]
Military career
Dix fought with the Union Army in the American Civil War. Dix was injured in a battle in Knoxville, Tennessee, in which he was permanently disabled.[2]
Career
At some point in his life, Dix had various jobs, including that of a barber, a real estate agent, and a banker. From 1887 to 1890, Dix served as Michigan land commissioner. Dix served as the Michigan Auditor General from 1897 to 1900.[2]
Personal life
On January 2, 1867, Dix married Virginia M. Kephart.[1] Together, they had at least three children. Dix was a member of the Grand Army of the Republic.[2]
Death
Dix died on September 5, 1912 in Berrien Springs, Michigan. He was interred at Rose Hill Cemetery in Berrien Springs.[1][2]
References
- "Roscoe Dexter Dix Memorial". Find a Grave. Retrieved January 8, 2020.
- "Dipaola to Dixie". Political Graveyard. Retrieved January 8, 2020.
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