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John Graham | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Illinois Senate | |
| In office 1958–1979 | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | December 3, 1911 Irving, Illinois, U.S. |
| Died | December 3, 1979 (aged 68) Barrington, Illinois, U.S. |
| Military service | |
| Branch/service |  United States Army |
| Battles/wars | World War II |
John A. Graham (December 3, 1911 – December 3, 1979) was an American politician and businessman who served as a member of the Illinois Senate from 1958 to 1979.
Early life and education
[edit]Graham was born on a farm near Irving, Illinois and attended local public schools. He graduated from Fillmore High School in 1928. He later attended business and technical schools.
Career
[edit]Graham began his career as an accountant. He served in the United States Army Air Forces during World War II and was commissioned a sergeant. Graham, his wife, and family lived in Barrington, Illinois where he owned an appliance business. Graham served in the Illinois Senate from 1958 until his death in 1979 and was a Republican.
Personal life
[edit]Graham died in Barrington, Illinois at his home.[1][2]
Notes
[edit]- ↑ 'Illinois Blue Book 1977-1978,' Biographical Sketch og John A. Graham, pg. 70
- ↑ Illinois Periodicals Online-Names, Illinois Issues-February 1980, Deaths-Senator John A. Graham, pg. 30
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