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D7802-8
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- 1939-01-09 (Creation)
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(1919-1980)
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37-year-old Pierce County Prosecutor Thor Tollefson at his desk shortly after being sworn into office on January 9, 1939. Many congratulatory bouquets were sent to Mr. Tollefson and his deputies by their admirers. He had defeated Democratic incumbent Harry H. Johnston in the November 8, 1938, elections. After eight years in office, Mr. Tollefson was elected to the United States House of Representatives in 1946, and re-elected eight more times. (T. Times, 1-9-39, p. 1). ALBUM 4.
Tollefson, Thor C., 1901-1982; Lawyers--Tacoma--1930-1940;