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Thomas L. Cummings, Sr.

1891 – 1968

American politician

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About Thomas L. Cummings, Sr.

Lived 1891 – 1968 (aged 76). Thomas L. Cummings, Sr. was an American politician.

Thomas L. Cummings Sr. (May 1, 1891 – March 29, 1968) the mayor of Nashville, Tennessee from 1938 to 1951.

Early life Cummings was born on a farm near McMinnville, Tennessee, on May 1, 1891. His father, William Martin Cummings, was a farmer. He graduated from the Vanderbilt University Law School. In 1940, he sent a police honor guard to Napier's funeral. In May 1948, he announced the hiring of seven black policemen to join the Nashville police force. He hastened to add they would only work in black neighborhoods, arguing they would be more qualified to keep the order in black neighborhoods. Their daughter, Patsy, married Mr Clem Schonhoff of Knoxville, Tennessee. Cummings was a Freemason.

Cummings died on March 29, 1968, in Nashville.

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Important facts

Born
1 May 1891
Birth century
19th century
Died
29 March 1968
Occupation
Politician
Nationality
United States
Education
Vanderbilt University
Positions held
Member of the State Senate of Tennessee, Mayor of Nashville
Also known as
Thomas L. Cummings Sr.

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Thomas L. Cummings, Sr.?

American politician

When was Thomas L. Cummings, Sr. born?

Thomas L. Cummings, Sr. was born on 1 May 1891.

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Thomas L. Cummings, Sr. died on 29 March 1968.

What was Thomas L. Cummings, Sr.'s occupation?

Thomas L. Cummings, Sr. was a politician.

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Thomas L. Cummings, Sr. was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Thomas L. Cummings, Sr.

· Wikidata: Q7791629

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