John J. Beck
John Joseph Beck (January 8, 1900 – March 22, 1993) was a Michigan politician.
John J. Beck | |
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Member of the Michigan House of Representatives from the Wayne County 1st district | |
In office January 1, 1953 – 1954 | |
Personal details | |
Born | Ford City, Pennsylvania | January 8, 1900
Died | March 22, 1993 93) Detroit, Michigan | (aged
Political party | Democratic |
Alma mater | University of Pittsburgh |
Early life
Beck was born in Ford City, Pennsylvania, on January 8, 1900.[1] Beck attended the University of Pittsburgh.[2]
Career
Beck served as the deputy county clerk of Wayne County, Michigan, for 11 years. In 1940, Beck ran for in the Democratic primary for the position of member of the Michigan House of Representatives from Wayne County 1st district, but was defeated. On November 4, 1952, Beck was elected to the Michigan House of Representatives where he represented the CWayne County 1st district from January 14, 1953, to 1954. In 1954 and 1956, Beck ran for the position of member of the Michigan House of Representatives from Wayne County 4th district, but was defeated both times.[1][2]
Personal life
Beck was a member of St. Mary's Orthodox Church.[2]
Death
Beck died on March 22, 1993, in Detroit, Michigan.[1][2]
References
- "Beck to Beckbissinger". Political Graveyard. Retrieved January 23, 2020.
- "Legislator Details - John J. Beck". Library of Michigan. Retrieved January 29, 2020.