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Arthur Alan Neu
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| 39th Lieutenant Governor of Iowa | |
| In office January 1973 – January 12, 1979 |
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| Governor | Robert D. Ray |
| Preceded by | Roger Jepsen |
| Succeeded by | Terry Branstad |
| Member of the Iowa Senate | |
| In office 1967–1973 |
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| Born | February 9, 1933 Carroll, Iowa, U.S. |
| Died | January 2, 2015 (aged 81) Des Moines, Iowa, U.S. |
| Political party | Republican |
| Spouse | Mary Naomi Bedwell |
| Children | 3 |
| Profession | Lawyer |
Arthur Alan Neu (born February 9, 1933 – died January 2, 2015) was an American lawyer and politician. He was a member of the Republican Party. Neu served as the Lieutenant Governor of Iowa from 1973 to 1979.
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Arthur Neu's Early Life
Arthur Neu was born in Carroll, Iowa, in 1933. He grew up in Iowa.
His Education Journey
Neu attended Northwestern University. There, he earned both his bachelor's degree and his law degree. After finishing his studies, he became a lawyer in Iowa. He practiced law in his hometown of Carroll.
Arthur Neu's Political Career
Arthur Neu started his career as a lawyer in Carroll, Iowa. He then decided to enter public service.
Serving in the Iowa Senate
From 1967 to 1973, Neu was a member of the Iowa State Senate. This is where he helped make laws for the state.
Becoming Lieutenant Governor
In 1973, Neu became the Lieutenant Governor of Iowa. He served alongside Governor Robert D. Ray. He held this important position until 1979. After his term, Terry Branstad took over as Lieutenant Governor. Branstad later became a well-known Governor of Iowa.
Mayor of Carroll, Iowa
After his time as Lieutenant Governor, Neu continued to serve his community. From 1982 to 1985, he was the mayor of his hometown, Carroll, Iowa.
Arthur Neu's Personal Life
Arthur Neu was married to Naomi Bedwell. Together, they had three children.
On January 2, 2015, Arthur Neu passed away. He died from pneumonia at a hospital in Des Moines, Iowa. He was 81 years old.
