Frederick B. Roos

American lawyer, businessman, and politician

Frederick B. Roos

Member of the Illinois Senate
In office
1914–1928
Member of the Illinois House of Representatives
In office
1906–1910
Personal details
Born|

Frederick Bernard Roos

(1883-11-22)November 22, 1883
Chicago, Illinois
Died| May 13, 1942(1942-05-13) (aged 58)
Forest Park, Illinois
Political party| Republican
Occupation| Lawyer, businessman, politician

Frederick Bernard Roos (November 22, 1883 – May 13, 1942) was an American lawyer and businessman.

## Biography

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Roos was born in Chicago, Illinois. Roos was admitted to the Illinois bar in 1905 and practiced law in Chicago. Roos was also involved with the banking business. He lived in Forest Park, Illinois with his wife and family. Roos served in the Illinois House of Representatives from 1907 to 1909 and from 1911 to 1915. He also served in the Illinois Senate from 1915 to 1927. Roos was a Republican. Roos died at his home in Forest Park, Illinois.[1][2][3]

In 1923, Roos unsuccessfully ran for the Superior Court of Cook County.[4]

## References

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1. ^ Illinois Blue Book 1907-1908, Biographical Sketch of Frederick B. Roos, pg. 248-249
2. ^ Illinois Blue Book 1925-1926, Biographical Sketch of Frederick B. Roos, pg. 136-137
3. ^ "Former Member Of State Legislature Dies". The Journal Standard. Chicago. AP. May 14, 1942. p. 20. Retrieved July 4, 2020 - via Newspapers.com.
4. ^ "Chicago-Cook County Election". Chicago Tribune. November 7, 1923. Retrieved July 17, 2022 - via Newspapers.com.

## External links

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* Frederick B. Roos at Find a Grave

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