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Murphey, Bob Wynne was born on July 31, 1921 in Nacogdoches, Texas, United States. Son of French L. and Reba (Wright) Murphey.
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Murphey, Bob Wynne was born on July 31, 1921 in Nacogdoches, Texas, United States. Son of French L. and Reba (Wright) Murphey.
Bachelor of Science, Stephen F. Austin State University, Nacogdoches, 1942. Juris Doctor, University Texas, 1947.
Sergeant-at-arms Texas House of Representatives, 1949—1952. Attorney, Nacogdoches County Texas, 1953—1954. District attorney 2nd Judicial Court, 1954—1961.
Private practice Nacogdoches, since 1961. Professional humorist & rancher. Director Fredonia State Bank, Nacogdoches.
Served to ensign Medical Service Corps USMS, 1943-1946, European Theatre of Operations, PTO.
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President Junior Chamber of Commerce, Nacogdoches, 1953, East Texas Fireman's Association, 1955, State Firemen's and Fire Marshall's Association Texas, 1969. Member of Chili Appreciation Society, Coon and Cat Hunters Association, National Speakers Association (Nacogdoches County Citizen of Year 1983), Nacogdoches County Bar Association (president 1967-1969), State Bar Texas, International Club (Nacogdoches County).
Married Nada Evans, June 27, 1953. Children: Brenda Gayle, Reba Jane.