Arthur Summerfield
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For the British psychologist, see Arthur Summerfield (psychologist).
Arthur Ellsworth Summerfield (March 17, 1899 – April 26, 1972) was a U.S. political figure who served as the 54th Postmaster General of the United States from 1953 to 1961. As Postmaster General, he was an ardent opponent of obscenity.
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Arthur Summerfield | |
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54th United States Postmaster General | |
In office January 21, 1953 – January 20, 1961 | |
President | Dwight D. Eisenhower |
Preceded by | Jesse M. Donaldson |
Succeeded by | J. Edward Day |
Chair of the Republican National Committee | |
In office July 12, 1952 – January 17, 1953 | |
Preceded by | Guy Gabrielson |
Succeeded by | C. Wesley Roberts |
Personal details | |
Born | (1899-03-17)March 17, 1899 Pinconning, Michigan, U.S. |
Died | April 26, 1972(1972-04-26) (aged 73) West Palm Beach, Florida, U.S. |
Political party | Republican |
Spouse |
Miriam Graim (m. 1918) |
Children | 2 |
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