Wesley P. Andrus

Wesley P. Andrus
Member of the Michigan Senate
from the 25th district
In office
January 1, 1877 – 1878
Preceded byWilliam L. Webber
Succeeded byMilton B. Hine
Personal details
Born(1834-02-19)February 19, 1834
Potter, New York, U.S.
Died1898 (aged 63–64)
Cedar Springs, Michigan, U.S.
Political partyRepublican
SpouseAlice T. Thomas
Military service
Allegiance United States Army (Union Army)
Years of service1861-1864
RankCaptain
Battles/warsAmerican Civil War

Wesley P. Andrus (February 19, 1834 – 1898) was a Michigan politician.

Early life

Andrus was born on February 19, 1834, in Potter, New York.[1]

Military career

In 1861, Andrus joined the 42nd Illinois Infantry Regiment, where he was promoted to the rank of captain from the rank first lieutenant. Andrus was wounded at the battle of Missionary Ridge, and was discharged due to disability in May 1864.[1]

Political career

On November 7, 1876, Andrus was elected to the Michigan Senate where he represented the 25th district from January 3, 1877, to 1878.[1][2]

Death

Andrus died in 1898 in Cedar Springs, Michigan.[1]

References

  1. ^ a b c d "Legislator Details - Wesley P. Andrus". Library of Michigan. Retrieved January 9, 2020.
  2. ^ "Andrey to Anthonis". Political Graveyard. Retrieved January 9, 2020.


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