About John Weihing
John Weihing was an American politician.
John L. Weihing (February 26, 1921 β February 26, 2003) was a Republican politician and university professor from Nebraska who served as a member of the Nebraska Legislature from the 48th district from 1987 to 1991.
Early life Weihing was born in Rocky Ford, Colorado, in 1921, and graduated from Rocky Ford High School. He graduated from Colorado State University with his bachelor's degree in 1942, Upon his return, he attended the University of Nebraska, receiving his master's degree in 1949 and his doctoral degree in 1954.
In the 1970s, Weihing worked with State Senator Terry Carpenter to convert the former campus of Hiram Scott College into the University of Nebraska Research and Extension Center in Scottsbluff. He served as the director of the center from 1971 to 1984. and Weihing ran to succeed him in the 48th district, which was based in Scottsbluff. Weihing placed first in the primary with 42 percent of the vote, and advanced to the general election with Morrison, who placed second with 28 percent.
Death Weihing died on February 26, 2003.
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American politician (1921β2003)
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