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John W. Haarer

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John W. Haarer
Treasurer of Michigan
In office
1913–1916
GovernorWoodbridge N. Ferris
Preceded byAlbert Sleeper
Succeeded bySamuel Odell
Personal details
Born(1876-04-21)April 21, 1876
Ann Arbor, Michigan, US
DiedApril 24, 1941(1941-04-24) (aged 65)
Jackson, Michigan, US
Political partyRepublican

John W. Haarer (April 21, 1876 – April 24, 1941) served as the Treasurer of Michigan.

Early life

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Haarer was born on April 21, 1876, in Ann Arbor, Michigan.[1]

Career

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Haarer worked as a banker and in the insurance business. In 1902, Haarer ran for the Michigan House of Representatives seat representing the Washtenaw County 1st district. Haarer served as Treasurer of Michigan from 1913 to 1916 under Governor Woodbridge N. Ferris.[1]

Personal life

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Haarer married Klara A. Bissinger on January 6, 1903. Haarer was affiliated with the Shriners, Elks, and the Freemasons.[1]

Death

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Haarer died on April 24, 1941, of a heart attack in Jackson, Michigan.[2]

Political offices
Preceded by Treasurer of Michigan
1913–1916
Succeeded by

References

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  1. ^ a b c "Haab to Hacket". Political Graveyard. Retrieved May 1, 2020.
  2. ^ "J. W. Haarer Dies Suddenly". Lansing State Journal. April 25, 1941. p. 1. Retrieved April 23, 2023 – via Newspapers.com.