About John H. Marsalis
Lived 1904 – 1971 (aged 67). John H. Marsalis was an American politician, lawyer and judge.
John Henry Marsalis (May 9, 1904 – June 26, 1971) was an American lawyer and politician who served one term as a U.S. representative from Colorado from 1949 to 1951.
Early life and education Born in McComb, Pike County, Mississippi, Marsalis attended the public schools of McComb, Mississippi. He graduated from Colorado Springs High School in 1923
Political career Marsalis was elected district attorney, tenth judicial district of Colorado, in 1944 and took oath of office while on furlough on January 9, 1945. He assumed his duties upon release from Army and served until December 1948.
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Who was John H. Marsalis?
American politician (1904–1971)
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John H. Marsalis was born on 9 May 1904 in McComb.
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John H. Marsalis died on 26 June 1971 in Pueblo.
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John H. Marsalis was a politician, lawyer and judge.
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John H. Marsalis was American.
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