Oscar R. Olson

For the tug of war athlete, see Oscar Olson.

Oscar R. Olson was a member of the Wisconsin State Senate.

Biography

Olson was born on March 24, 1869 in Jordan, Wisconsin.[1] He would attend Valparaiso University. During the Spanish–American War, Olson served in the Wisconsin National Guard, achieving the rank of captain. He died on November 23, 1945.[2]

Political career

Olson was elected to the Senate in 1918. Previously, he served three terms as Green County, Wisconsin Register of Deeds. He was a Republican.

References

  1. ↑ "Biographical Sketches". Wisconsin Blue Book. Retrieved 2013-10-10.
  2. ↑ "Oscar R. Olson". Find A Grave. Retrieved 2013-10-10.