Background
Newton, John Wharton was born on May 8, 1892 in Dallas, Texas, United States. Son of Isaac Henry and Nancy Rebecca (Dean) Newton.
Newton, John Wharton was born on May 8, 1892 in Dallas, Texas, United States. Son of Isaac Henry and Nancy Rebecca (Dean) Newton.
Student Allen Academy, 1909. Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering Texas A. and M. College, 1912.
1 son, John Wharton. Chemistry instructor Texas A. and M. College, 1912-1914. With Magnolia Petroleum Company, Beaumont, Texas, 1914-1957, vice-president, director, 1938-1957. President, director Norvell-Wilder Supply Company, 1957-1962.
Commissioner, chairman Beaumont Navigation District, 1938-1971. Director American National Bank of Beaumont. Vice president Beaumont Savings Association.
Director Lower Neches Valley Authority.
Baptist churches should celebrate the racial, cultural and theological diversity witnessed within its membership.
Church decisions should be made as openly as possible, giving opportunities for all to contribute. It is important for all views to be heard and taken seriously, especially where Christians disagree.
Member refining panel, chairman refining committee for District 3 Military Petroleum Advisory Board, 1950-1951. Member special advising committee on higher education Texas Legislative Council, 1950-1952. Member Governor Texas Statewide Water Committee, 1954-1962.
Member Texas Commission Higher Education, 1955-1959. Councillor Texas A. and M. Member N.A.M. (board directors 1949-1952), American Petroleum Institute (Chairman of Commission smoke and fumes 1955-1956, vice president refining., director.
Mason.; Clubs: 25 Year (American Petroleum Industry).
Married Anne Lee Ellis, June 2, 1915.