LaMar Baker
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LaMar Baker (December 29, 1915 – June 20, 2003) was a Tennessee businessman and Republican political figure who served two terms in the United States House of Representatives from 1971 to 1975. Earlier, he had been a member of both houses of the Tennessee State Legislature.
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Quick Facts U.S. Representative for Tennessee's 3rd congressional district, Preceded by ...
LaMar Baker | |
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U.S. Representative for Tennessee's 3rd congressional district | |
In office January 3, 1971 – January 3, 1975 | |
Preceded by | Bill Brock |
Succeeded by | Marilyn Lloyd |
Tennessee State Senator from Chattanooga | |
In office 1969–1971 | |
Tennessee State Representative from Chattanooga | |
In office 1967–1969 | |
Personal details | |
Born | (1915-12-29)December 29, 1915 Chattanooga, Tennessee, US |
Died | June 20, 2003(2003-06-20) (aged 87) Nashville, Tennessee, US |
Resting place | Woodlawn Cemetery in Nashville, Tennessee |
Political party | Republican |
Alma mater | Lipscomb University Harding University |
Occupation | Businessman |
Military service | |
Branch/service | United States Army Air Forces |
Battles/wars | World War II |
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