Owen B. West

Owen Betterton West (August 1, 1869 – August 20, 1948) was an American farmer, businessman, and politician.

For the United States Marine officer and government official, see Owen West.

Owen B. West
Member of the Illinois House of Representatives
In office
1914–1928
Personal details
Born
Owen Betterton West

(1869-08-01)August 1, 1869
Salem Township, Knox County, Illinois
DiedAugust 20, 1948(1948-08-20) (aged 79)
Elmwood, Illinois
Political partyRepublican
EducationLombard College
OccupationFarmer, businessman, politician

Biography

West was born on a farm in Salem Township, Knox County, Illinois. He went to the Yates City, Illinois public schools and to Lombard College in Galesburg, Illinois. West also sent to Brown's Business College. He was a farmer and businessman. West lived in Yaes City with his wife and family. He served as mayor of Yates City and was a Republican. West served in the Illinois House of Representatives from 1915 to 1927. West died from a heart attack.[1][2]

References
  1. Illinois Blue Book 1925-1926, Biographical Sketch of Owen B. West, pg. 208-209
  2. "West Rites". Herald & Review. Elmwood. AP. August 22, 1948. p. 23. Retrieved July 5, 2020 – via Newspapers.com.


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