John Hayden Morgan (November 7, 1933 – June 7, 2017) was an American politician who served in the Missouri House of Representatives.[1]
John Hayden Morgan | |
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Member of the Missouri House of Representatives | |
In office 1971–1976 | |
Personal details | |
Born | Wichita Falls, Texas | November 7, 1933
Died | June 7, 2017 Nevada, Missouri | (aged 83)
Political party | Democratic |
Spouse |
Jennie B. George (m. 1953) |
Children | 3 (2 sons, 1 daughter) |
Occupation | grain and livestock farmer, Army officer |
Career
editHe was first elected to the Missouri House of Representatives in 1970. He was educated at Wichita Falls, Texas, elementary schools, the New Mexico Military Institute, and the West Texas State University. Morgan served in the U.S. Army between 1955 and 1957.[2] In 1961, when the Berlin Wall was built, he was recalled to active service and was promoted from first lieutenant to captain. He moved to Nevada, Missouri, in 1965.[3]
References
edit- ^ "The Political Graveyard: Index to Politicians: Morgan". Retrieved 25 October 2024.
- ^ James C. Kirkpatrick. Official Manual State of Missouri 1975-1976. Jefferson City, Missouri: Von Hoffmann Press, Inc. p. 163.
- ^ "John Hayden Morgan obituary". Retrieved 2024-10-25.