William M. Whitney | |
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| Member of the Illinois House of Representatives from the 82nd district | |
| In office 1870–1872 | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | September 23, 1828 Ontario, New York |
| Political party | Republican |
| Residence | Hinsdale, Illinois |
| Profession | Real estate |
William M. Whitney (1828 – in or after 1908) was an American politician and real estate developer from upstate New York. In Illinois, he served as DuPage County Circuit Clerk and Recorder for eight years. Whitney was elected to the Illinois House of Representatives in 1870 and served one two-year term. In 1873, he led the effort to incorporate Hinsdale, Illinois.