William Harrison Norton

William Harrison Norton (1920-2000) was a well-known Missouri lawyer and state representative of Missouri during the 1950s. He was the great-grandson of United States Congressman and Missouri Supreme Court Judge Elijah Hise Norton.

In 1948, Norton was president of the Boone County Young Democratic Club.[1]

He was involved in local political issues in the early 1950s.[2]

Elected in 1954, Norton served as a member of the Missouri State House of Representatives from Clay County for two years.[3] [4]

He proposed a repeal of non-partisan judicial appointments, but his bill was defeated in the House.[5]

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References

  1. ^ "Little Dixie Riled Up over G.O.P. Elephant". St. Joseph Gazette. July 8, 1948. p. 1. Retrieved May 12, 2025.
  2. ^ "Blocks Cities' Use of Parking Fees". The Southeast Missourian. March 11, 1954. Retrieved May 12, 2025.
  3. ^ "Killing of Lobby Bill Protested". St. Joseph News-Press. February 23, 1955. p. 1. Retrieved May 12, 2025.
  4. ^ "Missouri: State House of Representatives, 1950s". The Political Graveyard. Retrieved May 12, 2025.
  5. ^ "House Votes Retention of Court Plan". St. Joseph News-Press. April 13, 1955. Retrieved May 12, 2025.
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