Alexander J. Craig

Alexander J. Craig (November 11, 1823 July 6, 1870) was an American educator and politician from Wisconsin.

Alexander J. Craig
Superintendent of Public Instruction of Wisconsin
In office
January 8, 1868  July 6, 1870
Preceded byJohn G. McMynn
Succeeded bySamuel Fallows
Personal details
Born(1823-11-11)November 11, 1823
Wallkill, New York
DiedJuly 6, 1870(1870-07-06) (aged 46)

Born in Wallkill, New York, Craig was self-educated. He moved to Palmyra, Wisconsin in 1843 where he taught school and farmed. He was the editor of the 'Journal of Wisconsin Education' published by the state of Wisconsin. In 1860, he was President of the Wisconsin Teachers Association. In 1859, he served in the Wisconsin State Assembly. He then became assistant supervisor of public instruction 1860–1867. During the American Civil War, Craig served in the 40th Wisconsin Volunteer Infantry Regiment. He was elected Superintendent of Public Instruction of Wisconsin and served from 1868 until his death in office.[1][2]

References

  1. 'Wisconsin Journal of Education,' The Association: 1864, Biographical Sketch of Alexander J. Craig, Vol. 9, pg. 47
  2. Alexander J. Craig


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