John Sayers Redditt (April 4, 1899 – April 13, 1973) was a Texas politician and businessman. He served in the Texas Senate for District 3, and was a member of the Democratic Party.
John Redditt | |
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| President pro tempore of the Texas Senate | |
| In office May 11, 1935 – September 16, 1935 | |
| Preceded by | Kenneth M. Regan |
| Succeeded by | Will M. Martin |
| Member of the Texas Senate from the 3rd district | |
| In office January 10, 1933 – January 14, 1941 | |
| Preceded by | William E. Thomason |
| Succeeded by | Ben Ramsey |
| Personal details | |
| Born | John Sayers Redditt April 4, 1899 Center, Texas, U.S. |
| Died | April 13, 1973 (aged 74) Lufkin, Texas, U.S. |
| Resting place | Lufkin, Texas |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Spouse |
Hazel Lee Spears (m. 1928) |
| Children | 2 |
| Relatives | Joseph D. Sayers (great-uncle) |
| Alma mater | University of Texas, Austin (LL.B) |
| Military service | |
| Allegiance |  United States |
| Branch/service |  United States Army |
| Battles/wars | World War I |
Personal life and business career
editJohn Sayers Redditt was born on April 4, 1899, in Center, Texas, to John David and Lewis Permellia Redditt, his great-uncle is Joseph D. Sayers. In 1921, Redditt graduated from University of Texas Law School with a Bachelor of Laws,[1] and opened a law practice in Lufkin, Texas. On December 27, 1928, Redditt married Hazel Lee Spears, they had 2 daughters together. He served in the United States Army during World War I. In 1947, Redditt founded Winn's Variety Stores, located in San Antonio, Texas. Redditt died on April 13, 1973, in Lufkin, Texas.[2]
Political career
editRedditt represented District 3 in the Texas Senate during the 43rd, 44th, 45th, and 46th Legislatures.[3] He was also President pro tempore of the Texas Senate during part of the 44th legislature.[4] Redditt served numerous state offices during his political career. He served as chairman of the Texas Economy Commission and chairman of the Texas Highway Commission. Between 1961 and 1964, he was a regent of the University of Texas. He was also a commission member on the Texas Commission on Higher Education. Furthermore, he served as president of the Texas Good Roads Association.[5] Redditt throughout his political career was affiliated with the Democratic Party.
References
edit- ^ "John Sayers Redditt | The University of Texas System". www.utsystem.edu. 5 March 2020. Retrieved 28 November 2023.
- ^ "REDDITT, JOHN SAYERS". tshaonline.org. 15 June 2010. Retrieved 26 November 2019.
- ^ "Legislative Reference Library | Legislators and Leaders | Member profile". lrl.texas.gov. Retrieved 26 November 2019.
- ^ "Legislative Reference Library | Legislators and Leaders | Senate Presidents Pro Tempore". lrl.texas.gov. Retrieved 26 November 2019.
- ^ "REDDITT, JOHN SAYERS". tshaonline.org. 15 June 2010. Retrieved 26 November 2019.