Jimmy Birdsong (April 27, 1925 – February 9, 2013) was an American politician.[2] He served as a Democratic member for the 45th district of the Oklahoma Senate.[3]
Jimmy Birdsong | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Oklahoma Senate from the 45th district | |
| In office 1965–1981 | |
| Preceded by | District established |
| Succeeded by | Ed Moore |
| Personal details | |
| Born | April 27, 1925 Little Rock, Arkansas, U.S. |
| Died | February 9, 2013 (aged 87) |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Spouse | Martha Birdsong[1] |
| Children | 2[1] |
| Alma mater | University of Oklahoma |
Life and career
editBirdsong was born in Little Rock, Arkansas, the son of Jewell and J. E. Birdsong. He moved to Oklahoma City, Oklahoma when he was young. He served in the United States Army during World War II[1] and attended the University of Oklahoma.[1]
In 1965, Birdsong was elected to represent the 45th district of the Oklahoma Senate. He left office in 1981, when he was succeeded by Ed Moore.[4] He was a police officer for the Oklahoma City Police Department,[1] and also a lawyer.[5]
Birdsong died in February 2013 at his home, at the age of 87.[1]
References
edit- ^ a b c d e f "Jimmy Birdsong Obituary (1925-2013)". The Oklahoman. February 14, 2013. Retrieved November 27, 2022.
- ^ "Draper Blasted for Hosting Senate Helpful Reception". The Daily Oklahoman. Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. November 20, 1979. p. 68. Retrieved November 27, 2022 – via Newspapers.com.
- ^ "All Members Of The Oklahoma Senate" (PDF). Oklahoma Legislature. December 6, 2018. Archived from the original (PDF) on November 8, 2022. Retrieved November 27, 2022.
- ^ "State Senate Since Statehood" (PDF). Oklahoma Legislature. Retrieved November 27, 2022.
- ^ "Candidates Call for Slowdown of Utility Rate Hikes". The Daily Oklahoman. Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. August 10, 1980. p. 4. Retrieved November 27, 2022 – via Newspapers.com.
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