Homa J. Porter
American businessman and political activist / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Homa Jackson Porter, usually known as H. J. Porter or Jack Porter (February 21, 1896 – December 7, 1986) was a Texas businessman and political activist. A key figure in building a competitive Republican Party in his home state after a century of Democratic dominance, Porter was best known as Lyndon Johnson's general election opponent in the 1948 contest for a seat in the United States Senate.
Quick Facts Member of the Republican National Committee from Texas, Preceded by ...
Homa J. Porter | |
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Member of the Republican National Committee from Texas | |
In office August 27, 1952 – February 7, 1960 | |
Preceded by | Henry Zweifel |
Succeeded by | Albert B. Fay |
President of the Texas Independent Producers and Royalty Owners Association | |
In office 1946–1948 | |
Preceded by | None (position created) |
Succeeded by | Guy J. Warren |
Personal details | |
Born | Homa Jackson Porter (1896-02-21)February 21, 1896 Annetta, Texas, U.S. |
Died | December 7, 1986(1986-12-07) (aged 90) Houston, Texas, U.S. |
Resting place | Glenwood Cemetery, Houston, Texas, U.S. |
Political party | Democratic (before 1940) Republican (from 1940) |
Spouse | Ilona Adelia Campbell (1899-1994) |
Children | 1 |
Occupation | Independent oil producer |
Nickname(s) | H. J., Jack |
Military service | |
Allegiance | United States |
Branch/service | United States Army |
Years of service | 1918-1919 |
Rank | Private |
Unit | Quartermaster Officers Training School, Camp Johnston, Jacksonville, Florida |
Battles/wars | World War I |
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