William Allison (Assemblyman)

Biography

Allison was born on January 1, 1827 in East Kilbride, Scotland. He would marry Mary Crockett. They would have seven children. A son, James Allison, would also become a member of the Wisconsin State Assembly.

In 1851, Allison settled in Vernon, Wisconsin. He later moved to Maxville, Wisconsin, where he would own a farm. Allison died in 1882. He was a Presbyterian.

Political career

Allison was a member of the Assembly in 1880. Other positions he held include school board member. He was a Republican.