Weissert, Charles Adam, 1878-1947.
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Journalist at Kalamazoo, Michigan.
From the description of Charles Adam Weissert papers, 1893-1947. (University of Michigan). WorldCat record id: 34422947
Charles A. Weissert was born Aug. 22, 1878 in Hastings, Michigan. He had a varied career as a scholar, author, journalist, and lawmaker. He was a veteran newspaperman working for newspapers in New York, Grand Rapids, Hastings, and Kalamazoo. Weissert traveled widely in his lifetime and became an authority on Michigan history, writings numerous articles and serving as an active member of the Michigan State Historical Society.
Weissert also served in the state legislature, first elected in 1914 and re-elected in 1916 and 1918. While there, he authored the bill requiring all county supervisors to use public funds for marking historical sites and preserving historical material and, as chairman of the House Committee on Military Affairs, Weissert introduced the bill establishing the Michigan State Police in 1919.
He died April 12, 1947.
From the guide to the Charles Adam Weissert papers, 1893-1947, (Bentley Historical Library, University of Michigan)
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