Judson L. Transue
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Judson Lincoln Transue (February 15, 1897 – December 17, 1980) was a Michigan politician.[1]
Judson L. Transue | |
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| 60th Mayor of the City of Flint, Michigan | |
| In office 1924–1927 | |
| Preceded by | David R. Cuthbertson |
| Succeeded by | William H. McKeighan[1] |
| Personal details | |
| Born | February 15, 1897[2] Williamson, New York |
| Died | December 17, 1980 (aged 83) Genesee County, Michigan |
Political life
He was elected as the Mayor of City of Flint in 1924 for three 1 year terms.[3] Transue was supported by the Ku Klux Klan, who mounted A recall effort of his predecessor, Cuthbertson, for his appointment of a Catholic Police Chief, James P. Cole. Despite the KKK's support, he kept Cole on as police chief.[4]
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