CHASE Jackson Burton , a Representative from Nebraska;
born in Seward, Nebr., August 19, 1890;
in early life lived in California and Illinois;
worked for the Burlington Railroad;
graduated from…
Senate Years of Service: 1901-1913
Party: Republican GAMBLE Robert Jackson , a Representative and a Senator from South Dakota; born in Genesee County, near
Akron, Erie County, N.Y., February 7,…
MONTAGUE Andrew Jackson , a Representative from Virginia; born near Lynchburg, Campbell County, Va.,
October 3, 1862; attended public and private schools; was graduated from Richmond (Va.)…
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Most Valuable Player: Lisa Leslie, Los AngelesRookie of the Year: Diana Taurasi, PhoenixCoach of the Year: Suzie McConnell Serio, MinnesotaDefensive Player of the Year: Lisa Leslie, Los…
Senate Years of Service: 1946-1979
Party: Democrat SPARKMAN John Jackson , a Representative and a Senator from Alabama; born on a farm near Hartselle, Morgan County, Ala., December 20, 1899;…
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(Encyclopedia) McLane, Louis, 1786–1857, American statesman, b. Smyrna, Del. He served in the U.S. House of Representatives (1817–27) and in the Senate (1827–29), resigning to become minister to…
