Frank Murphy (Michigan legislator)

Frank Murphy (born January 12, 1878) was a Michigan politician.

Frank Murphy
Member of the Michigan House of Representatives
from the Wayne County 1st district
In office
January 1, 1937 – 1940
Personal details
Born(1878-01-12)January 12, 1878
Wyandotte, Michigan
Political partyDemocratic

Early life

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Murphy was born in Wyandotte, Michigan on January 12, 1878. Murphy was of Irish descent. His father, Frank Murphy, was a judge in this area and worked in the insurance business.[1]

Career

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Murphy also worked in the insurance business. He also worked with other businesses at different times, including the Detroit Times, a telephone company, and a gas company. On November 3, 1937, Murphy was elected as a Democratic member of the Michigan House of Representatives from the Wayne County 1st district. He served in this position until 1940.[1][2]

References

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  1. ^ a b "Legislator Details - Frank Murphy". Library of Michigan. Retrieved December 13, 2019.
  2. ^ "Murphy, E to F". Political Graveyard. Retrieved December 13, 2019.