Zales Ecton
American politician (1898–1961) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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"Senator Ecton" redirects here. For the late Illinois state Senator, see George French Ecton.
Zales Nelson Ecton (April 1, 1898 – March 3, 1961) was an American attorney and politician from Montana who represented the state in the United States Senate, serving from 1947 to 1953.
Quick Facts United States Senator from Montana, Preceded by ...
Zales Nelson Ecton | |
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United States Senator from Montana | |
In office January 3, 1947 – January 3, 1953 | |
Preceded by | Burton K. Wheeler |
Succeeded by | Mike Mansfield |
Member of the Montana Senate | |
In office 1937–1946 | |
Member of the Montana House of Representatives | |
In office 1933–1937 | |
Personal details | |
Born | (1898-04-01)April 1, 1898 Weldon, Iowa, U.S. |
Died | March 3, 1961(1961-03-03) (aged 62) Bozeman, Montana, U.S. |
Resting place | Sunset Hills Cemetery |
Political party | Republican |
Spouse |
Vera Harris (m. 1920) |
Children | 2 |
Education | Montana State University (BS) University of Chicago (LLB) |
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