Background
Blackney, William Wallace was born on August 28, 1876 in Clio, Michigan, United States. Son of William Wallace and Frances (Bell) Blackney.
Blackney, William Wallace was born on August 28, 1876 in Clio, Michigan, United States. Son of William Wallace and Frances (Bell) Blackney.
Student Olivet College, 2 summers, 1898-1900, Ferris School, 3 summers, 1900-1903. Bachelor of Laws, University Michigan, 1912.
County clerk, Genesee County, Michigan, 1905-1912. Began practice law at Flint. Michigan, 1912; assistant prosecuting attorney Genesee County, 1913-1917.
Member School Board, Flint, 12 years.
Member Republican State Control Committee, 1925-1930. Member 74th, 76th-82d Congresses, 1936-1937, 1939-1953, 6th Michigan district Teacher, General Motors Technology High School, Flint, 14 years Life member Michigan Union.
Member School Board, Flint, 12 years. Member Republican State Control Committee, 1925-1930. Member 74th, 76th-82d Congresses, 1936-1937, 1939-1953, 6th Michigan district Presbyterian.
Mason (32°, Shriner), Odd.
Married Cassie F. Miller, December 28, 1904. Children: Shirley Mae, William Wallace, Jack Arnold.