William C. Hayward (November 22, 1847 – September 16, 1917) was an American politician, newspaper editor, and businessman.
William C. Hayward | |
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Secretary of State of Iowa | |
In office 1907–1913 | |
Member of the Iowa State Senate | |
In office 1898–1907 | |
Personal details | |
Born | Cattaraugus County, New York | November 22, 1847
Died | September 16, 1917 Davenport, Iowa | (aged 69)
Political party | Republican |
Education | Iowa State University |
Occupation | Businessman, newspaper editor, politician |
Biography
editBorn in Cattaraugus County, New York, Hayward moved with his parents to Dakota County, Minnesota.[1] Eventually, he settled in Garner, Hancock County, Iowa in 1873. Hayward went to Iowa State University. He owned the Hancock Signal newspaper and was postmaster for Garner, Iowa. Hayward then was involved with the banking and railroad businesses. He was also involved with farming and grain trading. in 1886, he moved to Davenport, Iowa. Hayward served on the Davenport School Board. From 1898 to 1907, Hayward served in the Iowa State Senate and was a Republican. From 1907 to 1913, Hayward served as Iowa Secretary of State. Hayward died from a stroke at his home in Davenport, Iowa.[1][2]
References
edit- ^ a b "W. C. Hayward, Leading Citizen, Called In Death". The Davenport Democrat. September 17, 1917. p. 1. Retrieved August 9, 2020 – via Newspapers.com.
- ^ Iowa Legislature-William C. Hayward