John M. Dalton
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John Montgomery Dalton (November 9, 1900 – July 7, 1972) was an American attorney and Democratic politician from the state of Missouri. He was the 45th Governor of Missouri and the state's 34th Attorney General.
Quick Facts 45th Governor of Missouri, Lieutenant ...
John M. Dalton | |
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45th Governor of Missouri | |
In office January 9, 1961 – January 11, 1965 | |
Lieutenant | Hilary A. Bush |
Preceded by | James T. Blair Jr. |
Succeeded by | Warren E. Hearnes |
34th Attorney General of Missouri | |
In office 1953–1961 | |
Governor | Phil M. Donnelly (1953–1957) James T. Blair, Jr. (1957–1961) |
Preceded by | Jonathan E. "Buck" Taylor |
Succeeded by | Thomas Eagleton |
Personal details | |
Born | (1900-11-09)November 9, 1900 Vernon County, Missouri, U.S. |
Died | July 7, 1972(1972-07-07) (aged 71) Jefferson City, Missouri, U.S. |
Resting place | Oak Ridge Cemetery Kennett, Missouri |
Political party | Democratic |
Spouse | Geraldine Hall |
Profession | Lawyer |
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