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John A. Graham

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John Graham
Member of the Illinois Senate
In office
1958–1979
Personal details
BornDecember 3, 1911
Irving, Illinois, U.S.
DiedDecember 3, 1979 (aged 68)
Barrington, Illinois, U.S.
Military service
Branch/service United States Army
Battles/warsWorld 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

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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

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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

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Graham died in Barrington, Illinois at his home.[1][2]

Notes

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  1. ^ 'Illinois Blue Book 1977-1978,' Biographical Sketch og John A. Graham, pg. 70
  2. ^ Illinois Periodicals Online-Names, Illinois Issues-February 1980, Deaths-Senator John A. Graham, pg. 30