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Frederick A. Platt.

Hon. Frederick A. Platt is a native of Michigan, having been born in Utica in 1856. He graduated from the Literary department of the University of Michigan in 1875, and after graduation was a teacher and superintendent of the School for the Deaf at Flint for seven years. In 1883 he engaged in the mercantile business at Flint and still continues in that occupation. He was elected a member of the State Board of Education for the term commencing in January, 1899. He brings to his duties on the Board practical experience as a teacher, experience as a member of the Flint Board of Education for nine years, and experience in the management of business affairs. His earnest purpose, in his public work, is to serve the best interests of the State and of the Normal Schools.