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George Peters (1822-1912)

George Peters (1822-1912)

Born in Harpersfield, New York on the 21st of September, he came with his parents, Richard and Polly (Wilcox), to Monroe county when he was just a toddler.

In 1845 he married Mary J. Holmes, daughter of Benjamin and Minerva (Howe), and they were the parents of four children, two surviving to adulthood: Helen Frances, & Richard George Peters.

The Hon. George Peters was repeatedly honored with offices, holding the office of Supervisor for ninetten years. He was a member of the Michigan House of Representatives in 1861 and 1862, and of the State Senate in 1867 and 1868. he represented the Seventh Senatorial District of Michigan.

He passed away at his home in Petersburg at the age of 90, a very well respected man in both Monroe and Lenawee counties.

 
 
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