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Representative James P. Welch View All Years

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Compiled Historical Information
Date of Death: 12/25/1917
Party Affiliation: Democrat
Assemblies Served:
House: 24 (1892)
Home County: Des Moines
James P. Welch
Des Moines County
Born in Benton township, April 20, 1855. On January 22, 1879, he was united in marriage with Miss Margaret A. McDonald. For many years Mr. and Mrs. Welch lived on a farm in the Kingston neighborhood then moved to Mediapolis. Mr. Welch was one of the best known men in the county and was a staunch Democrat. In 1892 he was elected to the Legislature and in 1897 was chosen as a member of the Board of Supervisors of this county, filling both offices in the most acceptable manner. He was a member of the Catholic Church.
Sources:
House District 21
Committees
24th GA (1892)
Legislation Sponsored
24th GA (1892)