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Walter M. Haynes correspondence

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Identifier: 2017-0001

Content Description

William M Hayne was born October 2, 1897. He was a lawyer and politician from Tennessee. He was a member of the State House of Representatives (State of Tennessee) from 1923-1939 and 1961-1963 ; Speaker of the House ; He was a Senate member from 1949-1953 and 1959-1961 ; Speaker and Lieutenant Governor from 1949-1953. He belonged to the Democratic Party. In July 1952, he was a delegate at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago. After his retirement, from the Senate, he no longer appeared politically. He died on May 29, 1967.

Acquisition Type

Gift

Restrictions Apply

Yes

Dates

  • Creation: 1951 - 1958

Extent

6 Sheets (1 folder 6 sheets)