About Emory Melton
Lived 1923 – 2015 (aged 92). Emory Melton was an American lawyer and politician.
Emory Melton (June 20, 1923 – December 26, 2015) was an American politician who served in the Missouri State Senate. He was born in McDowell, Missouri and attended Southwest Missouri State University and the University of Missouri in Columbia, studying law. He served in the Missouri State Senate for the 29th district 1972 to 1996. He was a member of the Republican party. Melton died on December 26, 2015, at his home in Cassville, Missouri. He founded and owned the former Barry County Advertiser newspaper until his death.
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Who was Emory Melton?
American politician in Missouri (1923-2015)
When was Emory Melton born?
Emory Melton was born on 20 June 1923 in McDowell Township.
When did Emory Melton die?
Emory Melton died on 26 December 2015 in Cassville.
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Emory Melton was a lawyer and politician.
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Emory Melton was American.
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