John J. Collins Papers , 1953-1962 1961-1962

Democratic Party (Mich.)

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The Democratic Party of Michigan is a non-profit organization affiliated with the Democratic National Committee, and its State Chairman is a member of the Association of State Democratic chairs. The group is dedicated to supporting Democratic candidates for public office in the state of Michigan, promoting the party in Michigan, and fielding the concerns of Michigan citizens as part of their effort to affect legislative change. Although the Democratic Party State Central...

Collins, John Joseph, 1934-

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Chairman of the Democratic State Central Committee of Michigan. From the description of John J. Collins papers, 1953-1962 (bulk 1961-1962). (University of Michigan). WorldCat record id: 85778361 From the description of John J. Collins papers, 1953-1962. (University of Michigan). WorldCat record id: 34423148 John J. Collins was born in Jackson, Michigan on March 12, 1935. Following his graduation from the University of Michigan, Collins joined Metropolitan Life Insur...

Democratic Party (Mich.). State Central Committee

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Swainson, John B. (John Burley), 1925-1994

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John Burley Swainson was born on July 31, 1925 in Windsor, Ontario. His family moved to Port Huron, Mich. when he was nine months old. He entered the Army Specialized Training Program immediately after high school and was sent overseas with the 95th Infantry Division under the command of General George C. Patton. In 1944, Swainson was seriously wounded during the assault on Metz, in Alsace Lorraine, France, and had to have both legs amputated. After rehabilitation, he entered Olivet College (194...