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JOHN J. SPARKMAN 1946-1979 Sparkman was born on December 20, 1899, in an simple tenant farm home near Hartselle in Morgan County. Sparkman had ten brothers and sisters, therefore he grew up knowing the importance of being thrifty. He had a religious background and had a great desire to learn. In 1917, Sparkman was able to enroll in the University of Alabama because of a cotton crop that made him $75. There he won a history and political science fellowship, was editor of the Crimson-White, and was president of the student body. He was awarded the faculty cup at graduation for his contributions to the University. Sparkman received his law degree and returned to Huntsville where he practiced from 1925-36. He was elected to represent the Eighth District in the United States House of Representatives. In ten years in the House, he served on the Military Affairs Committee and was majority whip. In 1946, Senator John H. Bankhead, Jr., died, creating a unique situation for Sparkman. He ran for the vacant seat, but remained on the ballot for his Hou... This is ONLY a preview of the article. If you would like to view the entire document, you must subscribe to Digital Term Papers. Please register below now! Digital Term Papers has over 63,000 essays, term papers, and book notes online. Many paper sites will charge you hundreds of dollars for a single paper. Digital Term Papers only charges $14.95 for a one month membership with instant account activation! Don't waste anymore time! Join NOW!!!
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