William E. Martin (New York politician)

William E. Martin (January 31, 1886 – September 20, 1923) was an American politician from New York.

Life

Martin was born on January 31, 1886, in Buffalo, New York. He worked as a shipbuilder.^[1]

Martin began his political career as a district committeeman in the first ward.^[2] In 1920, he was elected to the New York State Senate as a Republican, representing New York's 49th State Senate district. He served in the State Senate in 1921^[1] and 1922.^[3] In January 1923, he was appointed deputy park commissioner, in charge of South Park.^[4]

Martin was married to Cora Richard. Their children were Elizabeth, Loretta, Mildred, and Robert. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus and the Elks.^[5]

Martin died at home from a heart attack on September 20, 1923.^[2] He was buried in Holy Cross Cemetery.^[6]

References

1. Malcolm, James (1921). The New York Red Book. Albany, N.Y.: J. B. Lyon Company. p. 83 – via Google Books.
2. "Plan Funeral of W. E. Martin, Ex-Senator". The Buffalo Commercial. Vol. LXXXVIII, no. 222. Buffalo, N.Y. 21 September 1923. p. 8 – via Newspapers.com.
3. Malcolm, James (1922). The New York Red Book. Albany, N.Y.: J. B. Lyon Company. p. 79 – via Google Books.
4. "Stricken with Heart Trouble". Buffalo Evening Times. Vol. 41, no. 8. Buffalo, N.Y. 21 September 1923. p. 17 – via Newspapers.com.
5. "Died - Martin". Buffalo Evening Times. Vol. 41, no. 8. Buffalo, N.Y. 21 September 1923. p. 3 – via Newspapers.com.
6. "W. E. Martin Goes to His Last Rest". Buffalo Courier. Vol. LXXXVIII, no. 268. Buffalo, N.Y. 25 September 1923. p. 7 – via Newspapers.com.

External links

• William E. Martin at Find a Grave

New York State Senate
Preceded by Samuel J. Ramsperger	New York State Senate 49th District 1921-1922	Succeeded by Robert C. Lacey