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Dick Nichols
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| Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Kansas's 5th district |
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| In office January 3, 1991 – January 3, 1993 |
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| Preceded by | Robert Russell Whittaker |
| Succeeded by | District eliminated in reapportionment following the 1990 Census |
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| Born | April 29, 1926 Fort Scott, Kansas, U.S. |
| Died | March 7, 2019 (aged 92) McPherson, Kansas, U.S. |
| Political party | Republican |
| Alma mater | Kansas State University |
| Profession | banker |
Richard Nichols was an American politician. He was born on April 29, 1926, and passed away on March 7, 2019. He served as a U.S. Representative for Kansas. He was a member of the Republican Party and worked in Congress from 1991 to 1993.
About Dick Nichols
Richard Nichols was born in Fort Scott, Kansas. He later became a banker. He also served in the United States Navy during World War II. After his military service, he attended Kansas State University.
A Surprising Event
In 1986, while visiting New York City with his wife, Dick Nichols had an accident. He was injured while on the Staten Island Ferry. He fully recovered from his injuries. The mayor of New York City, Ed Koch, even visited him in the hospital.
Time in Congress
Dick Nichols was elected to the United States House of Representatives in 1990. He represented Kansas's 5th congressional district. He was a Republican. He served one term in the 102nd Congress. This term lasted from January 3, 1991, to January 3, 1993.
Before winning the main election, he had to win a "primary election." This is an election where people from the same party compete. He narrowly won against Sheila Bair. She later became the chairwoman of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC). The FDIC is a U.S. government agency that protects money in banks.
Later Life and Passing
After his time in Congress, Dick Nichols returned to his home in McPherson, Kansas. He passed away there on March 7, 2019. He was 92 years old.
