George H. Ray

For others of the same name, see George Ray.

George H. Ray (October 4, 1847 – October 31, 1910) was a Canadian American immigrant, businessman, and Republican politician. He was the 40th speaker of the Wisconsin State Assembly, and represented the city of La Crosse in the Assembly for five terms. He was also chairman of the La Crosse County board of supervisors.

George H. Ray
40th Speaker of the Wisconsin State Assembly
In office January 11, 1899 – January 5, 1903
Preceded by	George A. Buckstaff
Succeeded by	Irvine Lenroot
Member of the Wisconsin State Assembly from the La Crosse 1st district
In office January 7, 1895 – January 2, 1905
Preceded by	Alfred August Leissring
Succeeded by	John S. Durland
Personal details
Born	(1847-10-04)October 4, 1847 St. Stephen, New Brunswick
Died	October 31, 1910(1910-10-31) (aged 63) La Crosse, Wisconsin
Resting place	Oak Grove Cemetery, La Crosse, Wisconsin
Political party	Republican
Spouse	Harriet Maria Johnson ​ ​ (m. 1880⁠–⁠1910)​
Children	Richard Johnson Ray (b. 1881; died 1948) Anne Louise (Cargill) (b. 1888; died 1976) Robert Gardiner Ray (b. 1890; died 1982) Harriette Gertrude Ray (b. 1892; died 1964) John Henry Ray (b. 1904; died 1976)
Occupation	Businessman, banker

Biography

Ray was born on October 4, 1847, in St. Stephen, New Brunswick. He died on October 31, 1910.^[1]

Career

Ray was first elected to the Assembly in 1894. He served as Speaker during the 1899 and 1901 sessions. Previously, he had been a member of the Gardiner, Maine, City Council. Additionally, Ray was a member of the La Crosse County, Wisconsin, serving as Chairman for two years.^[2] He was a Republican.