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Roy A. Corzine

1882 – 1957

American farmer and politician

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Lived 1882 – 1957 (aged 74). Roy A. Corzine was an American politician.

Roy Allen Corzine, Sr. (December 22, 1882 – June 2, 1957) was an American farmer and politician.

Biography Corzine was born in Stonington, Illinois and attended public schools in Stonington. He attended the University of Illinois and took agriculture courses. Corzine previously worked as a farmer. Corzine served on the board of education for the Stonington Community High School. He went on to serve in the Illinois House of Representatives from 1927 to 1933 and was a Republican. Corzine died at St. Vincent's Hospital in Taylorville, Illinois after suffering from a long illness. His grandson, Jon Corzine, is a businessman who served as Governor of New Jersey and in the United States Senate. Through his wife, Adah Florence (Drake) Corzine, Roy Corzine was related to Robert Burdick, a settler of Rhode Island.

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Important facts

Born
22 December 1882, Stonington
Birth century
19th century
Died
2 June 1957, Taylorville, Illinois
Occupation
Politician
Nationality
United States
Education
University of Illinois System, University of Illinois at Urbana–Champaign
Positions held
Member of the Illinois House of Representatives

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Roy A. Corzine?

American farmer and politician

When was Roy A. Corzine born?

Roy A. Corzine was born on 22 December 1882 in Stonington.

When did Roy A. Corzine die?

Roy A. Corzine died on 2 June 1957 in Taylorville, Illinois.

What was Roy A. Corzine's occupation?

Roy A. Corzine was a politician.

What nationality was Roy A. Corzine?

Roy A. Corzine was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Roy A. Corzine

· Wikidata: Q37495988

· DBpedia: Roy A. Corzine

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