Alpheus Michael Bowman
Alpheus Michael Bowman | |
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| Born | January 11, 1847 Rockingham County, Virginia, United States |
| Died | August 2, 1913 (aged 66) Salem, Virginia |
| Nationality | German-American |
| Other names | A.M. Bowman |
| Alma mater | New Market Academy |
| Occupation(s) | Businessman, politician |
| Political party | Democratic Party |
| Spouse |
Mary E. Killian (m. 1869) |
| Children | 8 children |
| Parent(s) | George Bowman and Sarah V. Zeigler |
| Relatives | Isaac Bowman, grandfather |
Alpheus Michael Bowman (January 11, 1847 – August 2, 1913) was an American politician and businessman. He was a prominent figure in the ranching and livestock industry, either belonging to or serving in important positions, on various business associations. His involvement in these organizations included promoting improved livestock breeding and preserving records of pedigrees. He also had a successful political career as one of the top consultants in the Democratic Party, serving on the executive and financial committees up until the turn of the 20th century.
He was a grandson of Kentucky frontiersman Isaac Bowman, as well as direct descendant of early Virginia pioneers Jost Hite and George Bowman, Sr.