| Roscoe D. Dix | |
|---|---|
| File:File:Roscoe D. Dix.png | |
| Michigan Auditor General | |
In office 1897–1900 | |
| Governor | Hazen S. Pingree |
| Preceded by | Stanley W. Turner |
| Succeeded by | Perry F. Powers |
| Personal details | |
| Born | June 11, 1839 Jefferson County, New York |
| Died | September 5, 1912 (aged 73) Berrien Springs, Michigan |
| Political party | Republican |
| Spouse(s) | Virginia M. Kephart |
| Military service | |
| Allegiance |  United States Army (Union Army)
|
| Battles/wars | American Civil War |
Roscoe Dexter Dix (June 11, 1839 – September 5, 1912) was a Michigan politician who served as Michigan Auditor General from 1897 to 1900.
Early life[]
Dix was born in Jefferson County, New York on June 11, 1839 to parents Dexter Ozias and Mary Eliza Dix.[1] Dix is distantly related to Robert Treat.[2]
Military career[]
Dix fought with the Union Army in the American Civil War. Dix was injured in a battle in Knoxville, Tennessee, in which he was permanently disabled.[2]
Career[]
At some point in his life, Dix had various jobs, including that of a barber, a real estate agent, and a banker. From 1887 to 1890, Dix served as Michigan land commissioner. Dix served as the Michigan Auditor General from 1897 to 1900.[2]
Personal life[]
On January 2, 1867, Dix married Virginia M. Kephart.[1] Together, they had at least three children. Dix was a member of the Grand Army of the Republic.[2]
Death[]
Dix died on September 5, 1912 in Berrien Springs, Michigan. He was interred at Rose Hill Cemetery in Berrien Springs.[1][2]
References[]
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 "Roscoe Dexter Dix Memorial". Find a Grave. https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/42263579/roscoe-dexter-dix.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 "Dipaola to Dixie". Political Graveyard. http://politicalgraveyard.com/bio/diperna-dix.html.
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