John W. Connolly
John W. Connolly | |
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48th Lieutenant Governor of Michigan | |
In office 1949–1950 | |
Governor | G. Mennen Williams |
Preceded by | Eugene C. Keyes |
Succeeded by | William C. Vandenberg |
Personal details | |
Born | (1911-07-04)July 4, 1911 Detroit, Michigan, U.S. |
Died | July 11, 1981(1981-07-11) (aged 70) Detroit, Michigan, U.S. |
Political party | Democratic |
Alma mater | Georgetown University Law School |
Military service | |
Allegiance | United States Navy |
Years of service | 1942-1946 |
Rank | Lieutenant |
Battles/wars | World War II |
John W. Connolly (July 4, 1911 – July 11, 1981) was the 48th lieutenant governor of Michigan.
Early life
Connolly was born in Detroit, Michigan, on July 4, 1911.[1] Connolly graduated from Georgetown University Law School in 1936. In 1937, he began work as a lawyer.[2]
Military career
In 1942, Connolly joined the United States Naval Reserve, where he served until 1946. In the service, he earned the rank of Senior Grade Lieutenant. His work as a lawyer was interrupted by his military service, and he returned to working as a lawyer afterwards.[2]
Political career
In 1949, Connolly was sworn in as Lieutenant Governor of Michigan, as running mate to G. Mennen Williams.[2] At the end of his term, in 1950, he sought re-election unsuccessfully, and tried again in 1952. Connolly ran for circuit judge in Michigan 3rd Circuit in 1964 and 1966, both runs unsuccessful.[1]
Personal life
Connolly was a member of both Veterans of Foreign Wars and the American Legion. Connolly was Catholic.[1]
Death
Connolly died on July 11, 1981, in Detroit.[1]
References
- ^ a b c d "Connolly to Connoly". Political Graveyard. Retrieved November 29, 2019.
- ^ a b c "Former Lt. Governors". Michigan. Archived from the original on July 15, 2014. Retrieved November 29, 2019.
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Preceded by | Democratic nominee for Lieutenant Governor of Michigan 1948, 1950, 1952 | Succeeded by |
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