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Andrew Jacobs, Jr.
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| Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Indiana's 11th and 10th district |
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| In office January 3, 1965 – January 3, 1973 January 3, 1975 – January 3, 1997 |
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| Preceded by | Donald C. Bruce William H. Hudnut III |
| Succeeded by | William H. Hudnut III Julia Carson |
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| Born | February 24, 1932 Indianapolis, Indiana |
| Died | December 28, 2013 (aged 81) Indianapolis, Indiana |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Spouses | 1. Kay Welsh 2. Martha Keys 3. Kimberly Hood Jacobs |
| Children | Andy Jacobs, Steven Jacobs |
Andrew "Andy" Jacobs, Jr. was an American lawyer and politician. He was born on February 24, 1932, and passed away on December 28, 2013. Jacobs served in the United States House of Representatives for 30 years. This means he was a lawmaker for a very long time, helping to create laws for the country.
Andrew Jacobs Jr.'s Life and Career
Andrew Jacobs Jr. was a very important person in American politics. He spent three decades working in the United States House of Representatives. This is a part of the United States Congress, where elected officials from each state work together. They make laws for the entire country.
Jacobs represented the state of Indiana during his time in Congress. He was a member of the Democratic Party. His long career shows how dedicated he was to public service.
Family Life
Andrew Jacobs Jr. came from a family involved in politics. His father, also named Andrew Jacobs, was a congressman too, serving one term.
Andrew Jacobs Jr. was married three times. One of his wives was Martha Keys from Kansas. She was also a member of the House of Representatives at the same time as him. Later, in 1988, Jacobs married Kimberly Hood Jacobs. She was a television reporter who had won an Emmy Award for her work.
Andrew Jacobs Jr. had two children, Andy Jacobs and Steven Jacobs.
Later Years and Passing
Andrew Jacobs Jr. passed away on December 28, 2013. He was 81 years old. He died at his home in Indianapolis, Indiana, due to natural causes.
