Background
Burt, William Austin was born on June 13, 1792 in Worcester, Massachusetts, United States. Son of Alvin and Wealthy (Austin) Burt.
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William Austin Burt
William Austin Burt, American inventor, surveyor. Recipient Scott medal Franklin Institute, 1840. Served as justice of peace, postmaster, county surveyor Detroit; member Michigan, Territorial Legislative Council 1826-1827; member Michigan Legislature, 1853, Chairman of Commission internal improvements.
Education
5 children, including John.
Achievements
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William Austin Burt has been listed as a noteworthy inventor, surveyor by Marquis Who's Who.
Membership
Served as justice of peace, postmaster, county surveyor Detroit. Member Michigan, Territorial Legislative Council 1826-1827. Member Michigan Legislature, 1853, Chairman of Commission internal improvements.
Connections
Married Phoebe Cole 1813.
- Father:
- Alvin Burt
- Mother:
- Wealthy (Austin) Burt
- Spouse:
- Phoebe Cole 1813
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Born
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Died
August 18, 1858 (aged 66) -
Nationality
American
Awards
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Recipient Scott medal Franklin Institute, 1840.Recipient Scott medal Franklin Institute, 1840.