Fred N. Cummings

Fred Nelson Cummings (September 18, 1864 – November 10, 1952) was an American farmer and rancher who served as a Democratic U.S. Representative from Colorado, serving four terms from 1933 to 1941.

Early life and education Frederick Nelson Cummings was born on a farm near Groveton, New Hampshire on September 18, 1864, a son of George and Angeline Cummings. During the campaign he was accused of falsely claiming to have studied law and been admitted to the bar.

In 1906, Cummings moved to Fort Collins, Colorado, where he continued farming and ranching, but discontinued the practice of law. He later served as president of the National Beet Growers Association. In 1932, Cummings was a successful Democratic candidate for election to the 73rd Congress.

Family In 1889, Cummings married Nancy Jane Sutton (d. 1944). Cummings's sons Harry and Hugh predeceased him. In 1947, Cummings married Ina Graham, who died in 1951.