John R. Showers | |
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Member of the PennsylvaniaHouseofRepresentatives from the 85th district | |
In office 1981–1988 | |
Preceded by | Reno Thomas |
Succeeded by | Russ Fairchild |
Personal details | |
Born | Danville,Pennsylvania | April 12,1952
Political party | Democratic |
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