About H. Clyde Pearson
Lived 1925 – 2010 (aged 85). H. Clyde Pearson was an American politician.
Henry Clyde Pearson (March 12, 1925 – March 26, 2010) was an American lawyer and politician from Virginia. He served in both the House of Delegates and the Senate. In 1961, he was the Republican nominee for Governor of Virginia.
Early life He served in the United States Navy during World War II. He attended Union College in Barboursville, Kentucky. He became after in Republican politics after graduating from the University of Richmond and establishing his law firm in Jonesville. He was a supporter of Eisenhower in 1952, and supported the candidacy of William C. Wampler. In 1961, he was the Republican candidate for governor, where he lost to Albertis Harrison. The Republican ticket consisted of Pearson for governor, Hazel K. Barger for lieutenant governor, and Leon Owens for attorney general.
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Who was H. Clyde Pearson?
American lawyer & politician (1925-2010)
When was H. Clyde Pearson born?
H. Clyde Pearson was born on 12 March 1925 in Ocoonita.
When did H. Clyde Pearson die?
H. Clyde Pearson died on 26 March 2010 in Salem, Virginia, Virginia.
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H. Clyde Pearson was a politician.
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H. Clyde Pearson was American.
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