Orson Reed | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Wisconsin Senate from the 10th district | |
| In office January 1, 1866 – January 6, 1868 | |
| Preceded by | William Blair |
| Succeeded by | Curtis Mann |
| Sheriff of Waukesha County, Wisconsin | |
| In office January 1, 1863 – January 1, 1865 | |
| Preceded by | James Clark |
| Succeeded by | Albert Alden |
| Member of the Wisconsin State Assembly from the Waukesha 1st district | |
| In office January 3, 1853 – January 2, 1854 | |
| Preceded by | John U. Hilliard |
| Succeeded by | Denison Worthington |
| Personal details | |
| Born | September 7, 1809 Littleton, Massachusetts, U.S. |
| Died | c.1890 |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Spouse |
Agnes Fairservice (m. 1839) |
| Children | 3 |
| Relatives |
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| Occupation | Farmer |
Orson Reed (September 7, 1809 – c.1890) was an American farmer, Democratic politician, and Wisconsin pioneer. He represented Waukesha County in the Wisconsin Senate (1866, 1867) and State Assembly (1853), and also served as sheriff of Waukesha County. His first name was sometimes spelled "Orison".
Most of Reed's siblings were also notable politicians or married to notable politicians. His brothers were George B. Reed, Harrison Reed, and Curtis Reed. His youngest sister was Martha Reed Mitchell.