John W. Connolly (July 4, 1911 – July 11, 1981) was the 48th lieutenant governor of Michigan.
John W. Connolly | |
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| 48th Lieutenant Governor of Michigan | |
| In office 1949–1950 | |
| Governor | G. Mennen Williams |
| Preceded by | Eugene C. Keyes |
| Succeeded by | William C. Vandenberg |
| Personal details | |
| Born | July 4, 1911 Detroit, Michigan, U.S. |
| Died | July 11, 1981 (aged 70) Detroit, Michigan, U.S. |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Alma mater | Georgetown University Law School |
| Military service | |
| Allegiance |  United States Navy |
| Years of service | 1942-1946 |
| Rank | Lieutenant |
| Battles/wars | World War II |
Early life edit
Connolly was born in Detroit, Michigan, on July 4, 1911.[1] Connolly graduated from Georgetown University Law School in 1936. In 1937, he began work as a lawyer.[2]
Military career edit
In 1942, Connolly joined the United States Naval Reserve, where he served until 1946. In the service, he earned the rank of Senior Grade Lieutenant. His work as a lawyer was interrupted by his military service, and he returned to working as a lawyer afterwards.[2]
Political career edit
In 1949, Connolly was sworn in as Lieutenant Governor of Michigan, as running mate to G. Mennen Williams.[2] At the end of his term, in 1950, he sought re-election unsuccessfully, and tried again in 1952. Connolly ran for circuit judge in Michigan 3rd Circuit in 1964 and 1966, both runs unsuccessful.[1]
Personal life edit
Connolly was a member of both Veterans of Foreign Wars and the American Legion. Connolly was Catholic.[1]
Death edit
Connolly died on July 11, 1981, in Detroit.[1]
References edit
- ^ a b c d "Connolly to Connoly". Political Graveyard. Retrieved November 29, 2019.
- ^ a b c "Former Lt. Governors". Michigan. Archived from the original on July 15, 2014. Retrieved November 29, 2019.