American politician; 9th Governor of Arizona (1951–1955)
For other people named John Pyle, see John Pyle (disambiguation).
John Pyle
9th Governor of Arizona
In office January 1, 1951 – January 3, 1955
Preceded by
Dan Edward Garvey
Succeeded by
Ernest McFarland
Personal details
Born
John Howard Pyle
(1906-03-25)March 25, 1906 Sheridan, Wyoming, U.S.
Died
November 29, 1987(1987-11-29) (aged 81) Tempe, Arizona, U.S.
Political party
Republican
Spouse
Lucile Hanna
John Howard Pyle (March 25, 1906 – November 29, 1987) was an American broadcaster and politician who served as the ninth governor of the U.S. state of Arizona from 1951 to 1955. An opponent of polygamy, he authorized a raid on a Fundamentalist Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints compound. As a member of the Republican Party, Pyle also served as an official in the administration of President Dwight D. Eisenhower.
Pyle graduated from Arizona State University in 1930 and was a member of Lambda Chi Alpha fraternity. He was a program director for a radio station and served as a war correspondent during World War II. He was the first Governor of Arizona who was born in the 20th century.
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victim February 22 – Nathan Phillips, Native American activist March 1 – Ron Howard, American director and film producer March 24 – Mike Braun, American businessman...
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