Arthur J. Bidwill

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Arthur J. Bidwill (June 24, 1903 – October 4, 1985) was an American politician and lawyer.

Born in Chicago, Illinois, Bidwill received his law degree from Notre Dame Law School and lived in River Forest, Illinois. He was a Republican. He served in the Illinois State Senate from 1935 until 1972 and was president pro tempore of the senate. His nephews Richard A. Walsh and William D. Walsh also served in the Illinois General Assembly. Bidwill died in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin.[1][2][3]

Notes

  1. ^ 'Illinois Blue Book 1971-1972,' Biographical Sketch of Arthur J. Bidwill,' pg. 136
  2. ^ 'A. Bidwill, Former Illinois Senator,' Chicago Tribune, October 5, 1985
  3. ^ 'Richard A. Walsh, 74,' Chicago Tribune, Rex W. Huppke, January 28, 2005