James H. Rupp
James H. Rupp. Jr. (May 17, 1918 – September 30, 1998) was an American politician and businessman.
Rupp was born in Kearny, New Jersey and graduated from Kearny High School in 1936. He did post-graduated work at Staunton Military Academy in 1937. Rupp received his bachelor's degree in business and economics from Monmouth College in Monmouth, Illinois. He served in the United States Navy during World War II and was commissioned a lieutenant commander. Rupp lived in Decatur, Illinois with his wife and family and was involved in the insurance business. Rupp served as mayor of Decatur, Illinois from 1966 to 1976 and in the Illinois Senate from 1976 to 1986. Rupp was a Republican. Rupp died in Decatur, Illinois.[1][2]
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- ^ 'Illinois Blue Book 1985-1986,' Biographical Sketch of James H. Rupp, pg. 114
- ^ Staunton Military Academy, James H. Rupp, Jr., SMA PG-'37 (1918-1998)
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