Jimmie Davis photograph, circa 1940s.

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Jimmie Davis photograph, circa 1940s.

This is a signed photographic portrait of James H. "Jimmie" Davis, governor of Louisiana (1944-1948, 1960-1964).

1 gelatin silver print ; 10 x 8 in.

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Davis, Jimmie, 1899-2000

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Jimmie Davis (1899- ), Anglo-American country singer and songwriter from Louisiana, whose style was deeply influenced by early country music star Jimmie Rodgers. One of the first "hillbilly" singers to be signed by Decca, Davis had a long career as a singer and songwriter, including "You Are My Sunshine," as well as serving two terms as the governor of Louisiana. From the description of John Edwards memorial collection, 1929-1933. WorldCat record id: 27188972 Composer of "Yo...

Kriegsmann, James J.

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