Background
Harrison, Pat was born on August 29, 1881 in Crystal Springs, Mississippi, United States. Son of Robert and Myra Anna (Patton) Harrison.
Harrison, Pat was born on August 29, 1881 in Crystal Springs, Mississippi, United States. Son of Robert and Myra Anna (Patton) Harrison.
Graduated from the high school, Crystal Springs. Attended Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge.
Began law practice, Leakesville, September 1902, later at Gulfport, Mississippi Elected district attorney, 2d District, Mississippi, 1905, 07. Resigned, September 1910. Member 62d to 65th Congresses (1911-1919), 6th Mississippi District.
United States Senator, 4 terms, 1919-1943. Chairman Senate Finance Committee, since 1933.
The Gospel of Christ shows the essential steps that one must take to attain the goal of salvation.
The use of force should be supported, but only in extreme situations and only when the need is clear beyond reasonable doubt, and through appropriate international organizations.
Spiritual support, encouragement and challenge should be major strengths of a Christian community.
Member 62d to 65th Congresses (1911-1919), 6th Miss.
Spouse Mary Edwina Mclnnis, January 1905, Leakesville, Mississippi.