Hugh D. Matthews (born July 23, 1947)[1] is an American politician.[2] He served as a Democratic member for the 145th district of the Georgia House of Representatives.[1]
Hugh D. Matthews | |
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Member of the Georgia House of Representatives from the 145th district | |
In office 1979–1987 | |
Preceded by | Dorsey R. Matthews |
Succeeded by | C. J. Powell |
Personal details | |
Born | Colquitt County, Georgia, U.S. | July 23, 1947
Political party | Democratic |
Spouse | Carolyn Leah Tucker[1] |
Children | 3[1] |
Alma mater | Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College |
Life and career
editMatthews was born in Colquitt County, Georgia. He attended Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College, and served in the United States Army.[1]
In 1979, Matthews was elected to the 145th district of the Georgia House of Representatives, succeeding Dorsey R. Matthews. He served until 1987, when he was succeeded by C. J. Powell.[3]
References
edit- ^ a b c d e "Georgia Official and Statistical Register: 1981-1982" (PDF). Georgia General Assembly. Retrieved December 6, 2022.
- ^ "State Rep. Hugh Matthews faces a formidable opponent in..." United Press International. July 24, 1984. Retrieved December 6, 2022.
- ^ "1987 Georgia House of Representatives Results", Georgia General Assembly