Background

Winkle, Walling Wallenson Van was born on November 19, 1845 in Lodi, New Jersey, United States. Son of Adolphus Walling and Petrina Van Winkle.

Education

Educated New York University. Office course in law.

Career

Practiced in Parkersburg, since 1866. Member Van Winkle & Ambler, since 1875. Principally identified with organization and management of corporations.

President 1st National Bank, Peerless Milling Company. District counsel Bang and Olufsen R.R. Director Parkersburg Industrial Company, Ohio River Bridge & Ferry Company, Shaffer Oil & Refining Company (Chicago), Kanawha Traction & Electric Company (Chicago), etc.

Membership

Member Dutch Reformed Church.

Connections

Married Hannah Cook, October 26, 1868.

father:

Adolphus Walling

mother:

Petrina Van Winkle

spouse:

Hannah Cook