Walsh, William E., 1903-1975

William E. Walsh (1903-1975) was born in Oswego, New York and educated at Willamette University in Oregon. He became an attorney and then served as a senator in the Oregon legislator (Republican) from the 8th district, 1941-1952, and as president of the state senate from 1949-1950. He also served as president of the State Board of Higher education. He was involved in many Oregon political campaigns and was chairman of the Nelson Rockefeller Presidential primary campaign committee in Oregon. He was also a member of the Board of Trustees of Willamette University and a member of the Board of Governors of the Oregon State Bar. Walsh also founded the radio station KWRP, in Coquille, Oregon, in 1949.

From the guide to the William E. Walsh papers, 1930-1968, (Special Collections and University Archives, University of Oregon Libraries)