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John L. Hurt
American politician / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
John Linn Hurt (March 10, 1838 – September 13, 1931) was a Democratic politician who served as a member of the Virginia Senate from 1877 until 1895.[1] He was president pro tempore of that body.[2]
Quick Facts President pro tempore of the Senate of Virginia, Preceded by ...
John L. Hurt | |
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President pro tempore of the Senate of Virginia | |
In office December 5, 1883 – December 4, 1895 | |
Preceded by | Henry C. Wood |
Succeeded by | William Lovenstein |
Member of the Virginia Senate from the 24th district | |
In office December 5, 1877 – December 4, 1895 | |
Preceded by | William T. Clark |
Succeeded by | Eugene Withers |
Personal details | |
Born | John Linn Hurt (1838-03-10)March 10, 1838 Carroll, Tennessee, U.S. |
Died | September 13, 1931(1931-09-13) (aged 93) Richmond, Virginia, U.S. |
Political party | Democratic |
Spouse(s) | Nannie Clement Sallie Douglas |
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Branch/service | Confederate States Army |
Years of service | 1861–1865 |
Rank | Major |
Unit | 6th Virginia Cavalry |
Battles/wars | American Civil War |
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