Walheim, Alfred#
Walheim, Alfred, b. Sopron, Hungary (then Oedenburg), Nov. 5, 1874, d. Vienna, Dec. 21, 1945. Studied German philology, politician (Landbund). 1923-1934 member of the Landtag of the province of Burgenland; several times provincial councillor; 1923-1924 and 1931-1934 Landeshauptmann of the province of Burgenland, which received this name on his suggestion. 1924-1925 member of the Bundesrat. Wrote ballads and poetry, including political poetry for the "Scherer".
Works#
Balladen aus dem Burgenland, 1933; Der Sachsenkuerassier, 1935. - Translations from Middle High German: Der Wiener Meerfahrt, 1922.