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William Cowger
American politician (1922–1971) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
William Owen Cowger (January 1, 1922 – October 2, 1971), a Republican, served as mayor of Louisville, Kentucky, and as a member of the United States House of Representatives.
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William Cowger | |
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Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Kentucky's 3rd district | |
In office January 3, 1967 – January 3, 1971 | |
Preceded by | Charles R. Farnsley |
Succeeded by | Romano L. Mazzoli |
49th Mayor of Louisville | |
In office December 1961 – December 1965 | |
Preceded by | Bruce Hoblitzell |
Succeeded by | Kenneth A. Schmied |
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Born | William Owen Cowger (1922-01-01)January 1, 1922 Hastings, Nebraska, U.S. |
Died | October 2, 1971(1971-10-02) (aged 49) Louisville, Kentucky, U.S. |
Resting place | Cave Hill Cemetery Louisville, Kentucky, U.S. |
Political party | Republican |
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