J. T. Rutherford
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J T Rutherford (May 30, 1921 – November 6, 2006), was an American lawyer and World War II veteran who served as a Democratic United States Congressional Representative for 4 terms from 1955 to 1963. He previously served as a state legislator from the state of Texas.
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J. T. Rutherford | |
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Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Texas's 16th district | |
In office January 3, 1955 – January 3, 1963 | |
Preceded by | Kenneth M. Regan |
Succeeded by | Ed Foreman |
Member of the Texas Senate from the 29th district | |
In office January 13, 1953 – September 27, 1954 | |
Preceded by | Hill D. Hudson |
Succeeded by | Frank Owen, III |
Member of the Texas House of Representatives from the 88th district | |
In office January 11, 1949 – January 13, 1953 | |
Preceded by | George W. Elliott |
Succeeded by | Elbert Reeves |
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Born | J T Rutherford (1921-05-30)May 30, 1921 Hot Springs, Arkansas, U.S. |
Died | November 6, 2006(2006-11-06) (aged 85) Arlington, Virginia, U.S. |
Political party | Democratic |
Spouse |
Sara Jane Armstrong
(m. 1948; died 2004) |
Children | 3 |
Alma mater | Angelo State University Sul Ross State University Baylor Law School |
Military service | |
Allegiance | United States |
Branch/service | United States Marine Corps |
Years of service | 1942-1946 |
Rank | Major |
Battles/wars | |
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