William G. Golla Candidate

Born: January 1, 1945
Estherville, Iowa
Emmet County
United States
Resided: Shakopee, Minnesota
Scott County
Death: April 4, 1982
Gender: Man
Occupation: Attorney
Political Party: Independent-Republican
Offices Held: Shakopee School Board member (1975-1977).
Notes: Golla was beaten and shot three times to death in his office at the age of 36 by his older brother, Harry Golla. Golla struck a plea agreement to first-degree manslaughter in 1984.
Sources: Minnesota Historical Society Death Certificate Index (1982-MN-013211). The Minneapolis Star, October 28, 1976 (p. C15). Winona Daily News, April 6, 1982 (p. 17). Minneapolis Star and Tribune, September 29, 1984 (p. B13).
Photo of William G. Golla
Photo of William G. Golla
The Minneapolis Star, October 28, 1976 (p. C15).

Election Details

Number of state/federal offices sought Number of campaigns Number of winning campaigns
1 2 1
Date Election Stage Party Votes Percent Result
11/02/1976 State House, District 36B General Independent-Republican 5,142 32.22% Lost
09/14/1976 State House, District 36B Primary Independent-Republican 498 100.00% Won