State Representative

Oscar Johannes Grau

Photograph is provided for official informational purposes only. The image may not be copied, reproduced, distributed, or otherwise used without prior written authorization from the Iowa General Assembly. Requests for permission to use this image must be submitted to the Chief Clerk of the House for House members or the Secretary of the Senate for Senate members.

Images from 2017 and 2018 are owned by the Associated Press and is made available solely for official informational purposes. Unauthorized reproduction, distribution, modification, or commercial use of this image is prohibited. Permission for any other use must be obtained in advance by submitting a written request to the Associated Press.

State Representative

Republican



Occupation:	Farmer
Home County:	Buena Vista
General Assembly:	45
Dates Served:	01/09/1933 - 01/13/1935
District:	78

Representative from Buena Vista county, was born in Buena Vista county in June, 1890, on the farm where he still resides. Son of Hans J. and Anna E. Grau, who knew pioneer hardships. Educated in local schools, Grand View College and Iowa State College. Started farming in 1915 and now farms 480 acres, feeds cattle and hogs and has developed a large herd of Polled Shorthorn cattle. Has been active in farmers institute, farm loan association, and farm bureau of which he is past president. Past master of Masons and patron of Eastern Star, a member of the Lutheran church. Was married September 15, 1915, to Tena N. Bodholdt of Waterloo, Iowa. They have three children, Donald B., Robert B. and Doris Winona. Elected state representative in 1932. A republican.

Information from State Historical Society of Iowa resources