Richard H. Newhouse Jr.
Richard H. Newhouse Jr. (January 24, 1924 – April 24, 2002) was an American attorney and politician who served as a member of the Illinois Senate.
Richard Newhouse | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Illinois Senate from the 13th district | |
| In office 1967–1991 | |
| Succeeded by | Alice Palmer |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Richard H. Newhouse Jr. January 24, 1924 Louisville, Kentucky, U.S. |
| Died | April 24, 2002 (aged 78) Chicago, Illinois, U.S. |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Alma mater | Boston University (BA, MA) University of Chicago (JD) |
| Military service | |
| Branch/service |  |
| Battles/wars | World War II |
Early life and education
Born in Louisville, Kentucky, he served as a staff sergeant in the United States Army Air Forces during World War II. He then received his bachelor's and master's degree from Boston University. Newhouse then received his Juris Doctor from University of Chicago Law School.
Career
Newhouse moved to Chicago, Illinois and worked at The Chicago Defender. After graduating from law school, he worked as a staff attorney for the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development. He was a Democrat. From 1967 until 1991, Newhouse served in the Illinois State Senate. In 1975, Newhouse was the first African American to run for Mayor of Chicago, losing to incumbent Mayor Richard J. Daley in the Democratic Party primary.
References
- 'Illinois Blue Book 1989-1990, Biographical Sketch of Richard H. Newhouse, Jr., pg. 78
- "R. Newhouse, 78; First Black Man to Run for Mayor of Chicago". Los Angeles Times. May 3, 2002. Retrieved November 20, 2015.
- Robinson, Katherine Anne (May 10, 2002). "Richard Newhouse Jr., 1924-2002". Chicago Maroon. Retrieved November 20, 2015.
- Madhani, Aamer (May 2, 2002). "Richard Newhouse Jr., 78". Chicago Tribune. Retrieved November 20, 2015.
External links
- "The Illinois General Assembly notes the passing of Newhouse". Illinois General Assembly.