William H. Dubois

William H. Dubois (March 24, 1835 – May 14, 1907) was a Vermont businessman and political figure who served for eight years as Vermont State Treasurer.

William H. Dubois, Vermont State Treasurer from 1882 to 1890

Early life

William Henry Dubois was born in Randolph, Vermont on Match 24, 1835, the son of Earl C. and Anna (Lamson) Dubois.[1][2] He attended the schools of Randolph and the West Randolph Academy, and began to train for a business career by working in his brother's store.

Start of career

At age 18, Dubois moved to Boston, Massachusetts to become the bookkeeper in the wholesale footwear business of his uncle, Wales Tucker. A year or two later, Dubois became a partner in the Boston wholesale footwear firm of James Tucker & Co., where he remained until 1864.

Dubois was in ill health from overwork when he left Boston. After two years recuperating in Randolph, he moved to New York City to become a partner in a new shoe and boot wholesaler, Dubois, Magovern & Co. He remained with this firm until 1872, when he returned to Randolph.

Later career

Dubois was involved in several local businesses and civic causes. He was active in West Randolph's First Baptist Church.[3] He was a founder of the Bank of Randolph (later Randolph National Bank), and was appointed its president.[4] He was a founder of the West Randolph Graded School, served on its board of directors, and was the school's treasurer. When West Randolph was incorporated as a village in 1876, Dubois was elected treasurer, and he served in this position until shortly before his death. In addition, he served on the villages's board of water commissioners, and was one of the auditors for the town of Randolph.

Dubois later became active in the insurance business,[5] and was also involved in railroads, including serving on the board of directors for the Central Vermont Railway.[6]

Political career

A Republican, in 1876 Dubois represented Randolph in the Vermont House of Representatives. That same year he was appointed state inspector of finance by Governor Horace Fairbanks, responsible for reviewing the accounts and records of the state treasurer and auditor and providing an annual report to the governor and the Vermont General Assembly. Dubois served in this position for six years.

In 1882 Dubois ran successfully for state treasurer, and he served until 1890. After leaving the treasurer's post, Dubois was again appointed inspector of finance, and he served until 1894. In 1892 he ran successfully for the Vermont Senate, and he represented Orange County for one term.[7] In addition, he served on the state board of library commissioners in the early 1900s.[8]

Death and burial

Dubois died in Randolph on May 14, 1907.[9] He was buried at South View Cemetery in Randolph.[10]

Family

In 1862 Dubois married Anne Eliza Gilbert of Brandon, Vermont. They were the parents of nine children, of whom five lived to adulthood: Mary, Charles, Clara, Anne and John.

His first wife died in 1887, and in 1888 Dubois married Adaline Moulton of Randolph.[11]

References
  1. Nichols, George (1878). Vermont Legislative Directory. Montpelier, VT: J. & J. M. Poland, Steam Book and Job Printers. p. 106.
  2. "Vermont Vital Records, 1720-1908, Death Record for William H. Dubois for William Henry DuBois". Ancestry.com. Provo, UT: Ancestry.com LLC. May 14, 1907.
  3. Nichols, George (1878). Joint Rules, Rules and Orders of the Senate and House of Representatives and of the State Library and Legislative Directory. Montpelier, VT: J. and J. M. Poland, Steam Book and Job Printers. p. 110.
  4. "Banking and Financial Items". The Banker's Magazine. New York, NY: Homans Publishing Co.: 630–3 February 1, 1893.
  5. "Fire Agency Appointments". The Standard: A Weekly Insurance Newspaper. Boston, MA: The Standard Publishing Company: 246. September 18, 1903.
  6. Vermont Railroad Commission (1880). Biennial Report. Montpelier, VT: Freeman Steam Printing House and Bindery. p. 25.
  7. "Campaign Notes". Vermont Watchman & State Journal. Montpelier, VT. July 6, 1892. p. 4.
  8. Vermont General Assembly (1906). Acts and Resolves Passed by the General Assembly of the State of Vermont. Burlington, VT: Free press Printing Co. p. 784.
  9. "Death of W. H. Dubois". Burlington Free Press. Burlington, VT. May 16, 1907. p. 8.
  10. William H. Dubois at Find a Grave
  11. "Vermont Vital Records, 1720-1908, Marriage Record for William H. DuBois and Adaline Moulton". Ancestry.com. Provo, UT: Ancestry.com, LLC. June 5, 1888.
Political offices
Preceded by
John A. Page		 Vermont State Treasurer
1882–1890		 Succeeded by
Henry F. Field
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