About Hugh L. White
Lived 1881 – 1965 (aged 84). Hugh L. White was an American politician.
Hugh Lawson White (August 19, 1881 – September 20, 1965) was an American politician from Mississippi and a member of the Democratic Party. He served two non-consecutive terms as the governor of Mississippi (1936–1940, 1952–1956).
Career White was an industrialist and owned J.J. White Lumber Company.
He was first elected to the governorship in November 1935, and his term started in January 1936.
Personal
White married Judith Wier Sugg. His property included a formal, sunken Italian garden.
He retired from politics after his term ended in 1956. White died on September 20, 1965, and was buried in the Hollywood Cemetery in McComb, Mississippi.
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Who was Hugh L. White?
American politician (1881-1965)
When was Hugh L. White born?
Hugh L. White was born on 19 August 1881 in McComb.
When did Hugh L. White die?
Hugh L. White died on 20 September 1965 in McComb.
What was Hugh L. White's occupation?
Hugh L. White was a politician.
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Hugh L. White was American.
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