Grocer; born, Wayne Co., Mich., Aug. 22, 1846; son of Aaron and Clara (Coombs) Anscomb; educated in public schools. Raised on a farm; began farming on his own account at 17; came to Detroit, 1876, and became connected with grocery business, in which continued as head of firm of W. H. Anscomb & Co. until retired from business, July 1, 1907. Residence: 19 Myrtle St.
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