William C. Hayward
William C. Hayward (November 22, 1847 – September 16, 1917) was an American politician, newspaper editor, and businessman.
William C. Hayward | |
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| Secretary of State of Iowa | |
| In office 1907–1913 | |
| Member of the Iowa State Senate | |
| In office 1898–1907 | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | November 22, 1847 Cattaraugus County, New York |
| Died | September 16, 1917 (aged 69) Davenport, Iowa |
| Political party | Republican |
| Education | Iowa State University |
| Occupation | Businessman, newspaper editor, politician |
Biography
Born in Cattaraugus County, New York, Hayward moved with his parents to Dakota County, Minnesota.[1] Eventually, he settled in Garner, Hancock County, Iowa in 1873. Hayward went to Iowa State University. He owned the Hancock Signal newspaper and was postmaster for Garner, Iowa. Hayward then was involved with the banking and railroad businesses. He was also involved with farming and grain trading. in 1886, he moved to Davenport, Iowa. Hayward served on the Davenport School Board. From 1898 to 1907, Hayward served in the Iowa State Senate and was a Republican. From 1907 to 1913, Hayward served as Iowa Secretary of State. Hayward died from a stroke at his home in Davenport, Iowa.[1][2]
References
- "W. C. Hayward, Leading Citizen, Called In Death". The Davenport Democrat. September 17, 1917. p. 1. Retrieved August 9, 2020 – via Newspapers.com.
- Iowa Legislature-William C. Hayward
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| Preceded by William B. Martin |
Secretary of State of Iowa 1907–1913 |
Succeeded by William S. Allen |
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