Missouri Governor. Born in Vernon County, Missouri, he graduated from the University of Missouri, with a law degree in 1923 and a legal firm at Kennett, Missouri. He was the Kennett City Attorney, (1944-53) and Attorney General of Missouri, (1952-60). In 1961, he was elected the 54th Governor of Missouri, serving until 1965. During his tenure on office, the Ozark National Riverway was created, seat belt legislation was enacted, a new national park system was lobbied and school desegregation issues were in acted. After completing his term, he retired from political life. He died at age 71 in Jefferson, Missouri.
Missouri Governor. Born in Vernon County, Missouri, he graduated from the University of Missouri, with a law degree in 1923 and a legal firm at Kennett, Missouri. He was the Kennett City Attorney, (1944-53) and Attorney General of Missouri, (1952-60). In 1961, he was elected the 54th Governor of Missouri, serving until 1965. During his tenure on office, the Ozark National Riverway was created, seat belt legislation was enacted, a new national park system was lobbied and school desegregation issues were in acted. After completing his term, he retired from political life. He died at age 71 in Jefferson, Missouri.
Bio by: John "J-Cat" Griffith
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