Walter Stauffer

Simon Walter Stauffer

U.S.A.

Party Republican
Latest Campaign U.S.A. House of Reps
Date of Birth August 13, 1888
Date of Death Sept. 26, 1975 (Age: 87)
Overall Community Sentiment: Neutral

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Personal Background

Walter Stauffer graduated from Dickinson College in 1912 and subsequently engaged in the manufacture of lime, crushed stone, and refractory dolomite from 1916 to 1936. He held leadership roles in both the private and public sectors, including serving as President of the National Lime Association and Chairman of York City Housing Authority. Stauffer also maintained a long-standing commitment to his alma mater as a trustee of Dickinson College for nearly five decades. His professional expertise and leadership capabilities were further demonstrated through his involvement in timbering operations and his tenure as Vice President and Chairman of the Executive Committee of the York County Gas Co.

Political Ideas

Walter Stauffer's political identity is marked by a surprising alignment with civil rights advocacy, despite his Republican affiliation. His legislative record shows an unexpected convergence with opposing factions on civil rights issues, revealing a highly calculated approach to balancing regional industrial interests with progressive social policies. Stauffer's rhetorical style likely emphasizes the economic and moral imperatives of civil rights, prompting deeper inquiry into his nuanced political calculus.

Campaigns
1958: U.S.A. House of Representatives

Election History

Pennsylvania House of Representatives 19th District

48.50% of vote

Loss

Winner: James Quigley

1956: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Pennsylvania House of Representatives 19th District

53.80% of vote

Win
1954: U.S.A. House of Representatives

Election History

Pennsylvania House of Representatives 19th District

49.00% of vote

Loss

Winner: James Quigley

1952: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Pennsylvania House of Representatives 19th District

52.30% of vote

Win