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Leon H. Gavin
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Leon Harry Gavin (February 25, 1893 – September 15, 1963) was a Republican member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Pennsylvania.
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Leon H. Gavin | |
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Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Pennsylvania | |
In office January 3, 1943 – September 15, 1963 | |
Preceded by | Benjamin Jarrett |
Succeeded by | Albert W. Johnson |
Constituency | 20th district (1943–1945) 19th district (1945–1953) 23rd district (1953–1963) |
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Born | (1893-02-25)February 25, 1893 Buffalo, New York |
Died | September 15, 1963(1963-09-15) (aged 70) Washington, D.C. |
Political party | Republican |
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