John L. McClellan
John Little McClellan (February 25, 1896 – November 28, 1977) was an American lawyer and politician. He was a member of the Democratic Party. He was a U.S. Representative (1935–1939) and a U.S. Senator (1943–1977) from Arkansas.
John L. McClellan | |
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| United States Senator from Arkansas | |
| In office January 3, 1943 – November 28, 1977 | |
| Preceded by | Lloyd Spencer |
| Succeeded by | Kaneaster Hodges Jr. |
| Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Arkansas's 6th district | |
| In office January 3, 1935 – January 3, 1939 | |
| Preceded by | David D. Glover |
| Succeeded by | William F. Norrell |
| Personal details | |
| Born | John Little McClellan February 25, 1896 Sheridan, Arkansas, U.S. |
| Died | November 28, 1977 (aged 81) Little Rock, Arkansas, U.S. |
| Nationality | American |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Spouse(s) | Eula Hicks (m. 1913; div. 1921) Lucille Smith (m. 1922; died 1935) Norma Myers (m. 1937) |
| Children | 5 |
| Military service | |
| Branch/service | United States Army |
| Years of service | 1917–1919 |
| Rank | First Lieutenant |
| Unit | Signal Corps |
| Battles/wars | World War I |
He was Chairman of the Senate Appropriations Committee.[1] He was the longest-serving senator in Arkansas history.[2]
McClellan died in his sleep on November 28, 1977, in Little Rock, Arkansas from problems caused by heart surgery at the age of 81.[3]
References
- "John L. McClellan, 35 Years in the Senate, Dead at 81; Headed Major Investigations". The New York Times. 1977-11-29.
- "John Little McClellan (1896–1977)". The Encyclopedia of Arkansas History & Culture.
- State Capitol News Report; Benton Courier; Benton, Arkansas; Page 2; December 1, 1977
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