William A. Shands
William A. Shands | |
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| Member of the Florida Senate from the 32nd district | |
| In office 1940–1958 | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | July 21, 1889 Alachua County, Florida |
| Died | January 20, 1973 (aged 83) Gainesville, Florida |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Spouse(s) | Catherine London Hawkins, married June 12, 1912 |
| Education | LL.B., University of Florida |
| Occupation | Businessman lawyer |
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William Augustine Shands (July 21, 1889 – January 20, 1973) was an American politician and elected officeholder. Shands was a long-time Democratic member of the Florida Senate and an advocate for the establishment of a state medical college and teaching hospital.