Zwach, John M. (John Matthew), 1907-1990

Zwach was born in Gales Township, Redwood County, in 1907. He received a teaching certificate from Mankato State College in 1927 and a BS degree from the University of Minnesota in 1933. He represented District 14 in the Minnesota House from 1934 to 1946 and the Minnesota Senate from 1946 to 1966, the last seven years as majority leader. In 1966 Zwach was elected to represent Minnesota's Sixth District in Congress, where he served on the Agriculture, District of Columbia, and Veterans Affairs committees, until his retirement in 1974.

From the description of John M. Zwach congressional and legislative papers, 1935-1974 (bulk 1966-1974). (Minnesota Historical Society Library). WorldCat record id: 313784327

From the guide to the Legislative files., 1935-1974 (bulk 1966-1974)., (Minnesota Historical Society)