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STOUT, James Huff. (Dubuque, IA, 1850--Menominee, WI, Dec. 8, 1910). Senator. Stout, the eldest son of [[STOUT, Henry L.|Henry L. STOUT]], served as | STOUT, James Huff. (Dubuque, IA, 1850--Menominee, WI, Dec. 8, 1910). Senator. Stout, the eldest son of [[STOUT, Henry L.|Henry L. STOUT]], served as an adviser of the Menominee branch of the [[KNAPP-STOUT LUMBER COMPANY]] and was elected senator for the state. | ||
A strong advocate for education, Stout founded the Wisconsin Training Center in 1898. In 1908 this facility was renamed the Stout Institute. | A strong advocate for education, Stout founded the Wisconsin Training Center in 1898. In 1908 this facility was renamed the Stout Institute. The school was based on the idea that students need to learn practical, lifelong skills. He also started three kindergartens, a new idea in education at the time. Stout served as president of the Menomonee School Board. | ||
[[Category: Politician]] | [[Category: Politician]] | ||
Revision as of 01:54, 22 April 2010
STOUT, James Huff. (Dubuque, IA, 1850--Menominee, WI, Dec. 8, 1910). Senator. Stout, the eldest son of Henry L. STOUT, served as an adviser of the Menominee branch of the KNAPP-STOUT LUMBER COMPANY and was elected senator for the state.
A strong advocate for education, Stout founded the Wisconsin Training Center in 1898. In 1908 this facility was renamed the Stout Institute. The school was based on the idea that students need to learn practical, lifelong skills. He also started three kindergartens, a new idea in education at the time. Stout served as president of the Menomonee School Board.