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| Affiliation | Republican |
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| Name | Roy A. Davis |
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Colorado Springs, Colorado , United States |
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September 02, 1887
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| Died | August 20, 1977
(89 years)
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| Contributor | BrentinCO |
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| Info | A native of Greensburg, Indiana, Roy Davis was born on September 2, 1887, and moved to Colorado Springs in 1905. In the same year, he started his own typewriter business at the age of 18 and continued to manage this business until 1948.
Davis’ service to the public included several positions in the Colorado General Assembly. He was first elected to the House of Representatives in 1918, and during his second term, was chosen Speaker of the House in 1921. In 1929, he returned to the legislature as a senator and became President Pro Tem in 1931.
In addition to his legislative service, Davis was recognized for his public service in other areas. He was a member of the Colorado State Board of Public Welfare for 25 years, 17 of which he was chairman of the board. He was first appointed to the board in 1938, and was reappointed by the next nine governors. While in Colorado Springs, Davis was a member of the city council, the Salvation Army board for 50 years, and the Colorado Chamber of Commerce. He also received national recognition during World War II when he sold over $60 million in war bonds. At the age of 89, he died in Colorado Springs on August 20, 1977.
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