Career
Born in Berry, Alabama, he owned metal pipe and asphalt plants and a John Deere dealership. He served in the Alabama State Senate 1947-1955 as a Democrat and was an advisor to the Governors of Alabama. He also served as Alabama State Finance Director.
He wrote three books about his life: "From the Farm House to the State House", "You Wouldn"t Believe, But lieutenant"s So", and "lieutenant made a Difference.".