William C. Stevens (Michigan politician)

William C. Stevens was a Michigan politician who served as Michigan Auditor General from 1883 to 1886.

William C. Stevens
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Michigan Auditor General
In office
1883–1886
GovernorJosiah Begole
Preceded byW. Irving Latimer
Succeeded byHenry H. Aplin
Personal details
Born(1837-11-14)November 14, 1837
Plymouth, Michigan, US
DiedAugust 20, 1921(1921-08-20) (aged 83)
Detroit, Michigan, US
Political partyRepublican
SpouseLaura C.
Military service
Allegiance United States Army (Union Army)
RankMajor
Battles/warsAmerican Civil War

Early life

Stevens was born on November 14, 1837, in Plymouth, Michigan, to father William N. Stevens.[1]

Military career

Stevens served as a Major in the American Civil War and was honorably discharged in July 1865.[1]

Political career

Stevens served as multiple positions in the Iosco County local government, including the county treasurer and prosecuting attorney. Stevens served as Michigan Auditor General from 1883 to 1886.[1] Stevens was a Republican.

Personal life

Stevens married Laura C. Warden on April 21, 1869, and together they had at least one child. Stevens was a member of both the Grand Army of the Republic and Loyal Legion. Stevens was Methodist.[1]

Death

Stevens died on August 20, 1921, in Detroit, Michigan. He is interred at Forest Hill Cemetery in Ann Arbor, Michigan.

References
  1. "Stevens, U to Z". Political Graveyard. Retrieved December 8, 2019.
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