Frank W. Boykin
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Frank William Boykin Sr. (February 21, 1885 – March 12, 1969)[1] served as a Democratic Congressman in Alabama's 1st congressional district from 1935-1963. The son of sharecroppers, Boykin became the wealthiest man in Mobile, although his entrepreneurial practices led to several criminal investigations and prosecutions—both before his legislative service and as it ended.[2]
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Frank Boykin | |
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Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Alabama's 1st district | |
In office July 30, 1935 – January 3, 1963 | |
Preceded by | John McDuffie |
Succeeded by | Jack Edwards |
Personal details | |
Born | Frank William Boykin (1885-02-21)February 21, 1885 Bladon Springs, Alabama, U.S. |
Died | March 12, 1969(1969-03-12) (aged 84) Washington, D.C., U.S. |
Political party | Democratic |
Spouse | Ocllo Gunn |
Children | 5 |
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