Robert E. Waldron

Robert E. Waldron (January 25, 1920 - October 25, 2000) was a Republican politician from Michigan who served in the Michigan House of Representatives, and as Speaker of the House in 1967 and 1968. He was the last Republican Speaker until Paul Hillegonds 25 years later.[1][2]

Robert E. Waldron
59th Speaker of the Michigan House of Representatives
Wayne County 13th District (January 1, 1955-December 31, 1964)
In office
January 11, 1967  December 31, 1968
Preceded byJoseph J. Kowalski
Succeeded byWilliam A. Ryan
Member of the Michigan House of Representatives
from the 1st district
Wayne County 13th District (January 1, 1955-December 31, 1964)
In office
January 1, 1965  December 31, 1970
Preceded byErnest Murphy
Succeeded byWilliam R. Bryant, Jr.
Personal details
Born(1920-01-25)January 25, 1920
Brookline, Massachusetts
DiedOctober 25, 2000(2000-10-25) (aged 80)
Political partyRepublican
Spouse(s)Helen
Alma materDartmouth College
University of Michigan
Military service
Allegiance United States of America
Branch/service United States Army
RankCaptain

References

  1. The Political Graveyard: Lawyer Politicians in Michigan, W-Z
  2. House Resolution No. 426 (90th Legislature). November 9, 2000.


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