John A. Norman

John A. "Pop" Norman (May 29, 1883 – April 6, 1956) was a member of the Wisconsin State Assembly.

For others of the same name, see John Norman (disambiguation).

Biography

Norman was born in Hartford, Wisconsin.[1][2] He graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Madison in 1907. Norman married Emma Laughran in 1911.[2] His nickname "Pop" derived from his teaching career: he taught at schools in New York, Washington, California, and Wisconsin, including 21 years as a physics teacher at Lincoln High School in Manitowoc before becoming an assemblyman.[2]

Career

Norman was first elected to the Assembly in 1948. He was a Republican.[3][4]

References
  1. "Members of the Assembly: John A. Norman". The Wisconsin Blue Book 1952. Wisconsin Blue Book. Madison, Wisconsin: Wisconsin Legislature. 1952. p. 53. Retrieved 2023-03-02.
  2. "Joint Resolutions No. 14: Relating to the life and public service of John A. (Pop) Norman.". Wisconsin Session Laws 1957. Vol. 1. Madison, Wisconsin: Wisconsin Legislature. 1957. pp. 858–859. hdl:2027/uc1.b3831049. Retrieved 2023-03-02.
  3. "Norman, John A." Political Graveyard. Retrieved 2014-03-04.
  4. "Republicans Retain Firm Control Over Assembly". The Daily Telegram. November 5, 1952. p. 2. Retrieved August 11, 2015 – via Newspapers.com. open access


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