John S. Wold
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John Schiller Wold (August 31, 1916 – February 19, 2017) was an American business executive, philanthropist, World War II veteran, and Republican politician from Wyoming. He served a single term in the United States House of Representatives from 1969 to 1971.[1] He was the first professional geologist to have served in Congress.[2]
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John S. Wold | |
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Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Wyoming's At-large district | |
In office January 3, 1969 – January 3, 1971 | |
Preceded by | William H. Harrison |
Succeeded by | Teno Roncalio |
Personal details | |
Born | John Schiller Wold (1916-08-31)August 31, 1916 East Orange, New Jersey, U.S. |
Died | February 19, 2017(2017-02-19) (aged 100) Casper, Wyoming, U.S. |
Political party | Republican |
Spouse |
Jane Wold
(m. 1946; died 2015) |
Alma mater | Union College, Cornell University |
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