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Judson A. Thigpen

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Judson A. Thigpen Sr.
Mississippi House of Representatives
In office
1964–1972
Personal details
BornDecember 20, 1892
DiedFebruary 20, 2001(2001-02-20) (aged 108)
ChildrenJudson A. Thigpen Jr.
OccupationPolitician, U.S. Navy veteran, Businessman, Tree farmer
Military service
Branch/serviceUnited States Navy

Judson A. Thigpen Sr. (December 20, 1892 – February 20, 2001) was an American known for his diverse career, including his involvement in politics, military service, and business ventures.

Biography

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Judson A. Thigpen Sr. was born on December 20, 1892. He served as a member of the Mississippi House of Representatives from 1964 to 1972.[1] He was also part of a family tradition of public service, with his son following in his footsteps as a state legislator.[2] His father and grandfather had also served in the Mississippi House of Representatives.[1]

In addition to his political career, Thigpen had a diverse set of occupations. He served in the U.S. Navy and worked as a petroleum distributor. He also owned a tree farm and operated a store.[1]

Thigpen is noted for his proposal to abolish the inactive Mississippi Sovereignty Commission.[3] Furthermore, a Baseball Annex at Delta State University was named in honor of his son, Judson A. Thigpen Jr..[4]

References

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  1. ^ a b c "Obituary Judson A. Thigpen part 1". February 22, 2001. p. 14 – via newspapers.com.
  2. ^ "The Journal of Mississippi History". 2008.
  3. ^ Katagiri, Yasuhiro (18 September 2009). The Mississippi State Sovereignty Commission: Civil Rights and States' Rights. ISBN 9781496801258.
  4. ^ "Facilities". Delta State University Athletics.