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Gilbert Archibald Currie

1882 – 1960

American politician

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Lived 1882 – 1960 (aged 77). Gilbert Archibald Currie was an American politician and lawyer.

Gilbert Archibald Currie (September 19, 1882 – June 5, 1960) was a lawyer and politician from the U.S. state of Michigan. He served in the Michigan House of Representatives including as speaker and served in the United States House of Representatives.

Currie was born in Midland Township, Michigan, attended the district school, Midland High School, and graduated from the law department of the University of Michigan at Ann Arbor in 1905. He was admitted to the Michigan bar in 1905 and commenced practice in Midland. He was a member of the Michigan House of Representatives, 1909–1915, serving as speaker of the House during the 47th Legislature.

Currie was an unsuccessful candidate for the Republican nomination in 1914 to the 64th Congress. In 1916, he was elected from Michigan's 10th congressional district to the 65th Congress and was reelected in 1918 to the 66th, serving from March 4, 1917, to March 3, 1921. He was unsuccessful candidate for renomination in 1920.

After leaving Congress, Currie resumed the practice of law and also engaged in the banking business until his death in Midland at the age of 77. He was interred in Midland Cemetery.

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Important facts

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Occupation
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Education
University of Michigan, University of Michigan Law School
Positions held
United States representative, Member of the Michigan House of Representatives
Also known as
Gilbert A. Currie

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Gilbert Archibald Currie?

American politician (1882-1960)

When was Gilbert Archibald Currie born?

Gilbert Archibald Currie was born on 19 September 1882 in Midland Township.

When did Gilbert Archibald Currie die?

Gilbert Archibald Currie died on 5 June 1960 in Midland.

What was Gilbert Archibald Currie's occupation?

Gilbert Archibald Currie was a politician and lawyer.

What nationality was Gilbert Archibald Currie?

Gilbert Archibald Currie was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Gilbert Archibald Currie

· Wikidata: Q1321753

· DBpedia: Gilbert A. Currie

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