Thomas Jefferson Gentry Jr. (April 3, 1915 – February 21, 1982), also known as Tom Gentry and T. J. Gentry, was an American politician. He served as attorney general of Arkansas from 1953 to 1957.[1]
Tom Gentry | |
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.webp) Gentry in 1952 | |
| Attorney General of Arkansas | |
| In office 1953–1957 | |
| Governor | Francis Cherry Orval Faubus |
| Preceded by | Ike Murry |
| Succeeded by | Bruce Bennett |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Thomas Jefferson Gentry Jr. April 3, 1915 Malvern, Arkansas, U.S. |
| Died | February 21, 1982 (aged 66) |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Alma mater | University of Arkansas |
Life and career
editGentry was born in Malvern, Arkansas. He attended the University of Arkansas, graduating in 1937.[2]
Gentry served as attorney general of Arkansas from 1953 to 1957.[1]
Gentry died on February 21, 1982,[3] at the age of 66.
References
edit- ^ a b "Arkansas Former Attorneys General". National Association of Attorneys General. Retrieved June 14, 2024.
- ^ "Tom Gentry Announces For Court Post". The Mountaineer Echo. Yellville, Arkansas. April 26, 1982. p. 8. Retrieved June 14, 2024 – via Newspapers.com.
- ^ "Thomas Jefferson (Tom or T. J.) Gentry Jr. (1915–1982)". Encyclopedia of Arkansas. Retrieved June 14, 2024.
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