| Thomas G. Carruthers | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Connecticut State Senate from the 35th district | |
| In office 1973–1975 | |
| Preceded by | Robert D. Houley |
| Succeeded by | Robert D. Houley |
| Personal details | |
| Born | (1929-05-05)May 5, 1929 Worcester, Massachusetts, U.S. |
| Died | June 6, 2023(2023-06-06) (aged 94) |
| Political party | Republican |
| Alma mater | Becker Junior College University of Hartford |
Thomas Gemmell Carruthers (May 5, 1929 – June 6, 2023) was an American politician. He served as a Republican member for the 35th district of the Connecticut State Senate.
Life and career
Carruthers was born in Worcester, Massachusetts. He served in the United States Army Air Corps. He attended Becker Junior and the University of Hartford.
In 1972, Carruthers defeated Michael J. Riley in the general election for the 35th district of the Connecticut State Senate, winning 52 percent of the votes.
Carruthers died on June 6, 2023, at the age of 94.
References
- "Carruthers Wins by 1,842 Votes". Hartford Courant. Hartford, Connecticut. November 8, 1972. p. 17. Retrieved July 3, 2023 – via Newspapers.com.
- ^ "Thomas Carruthers Obituary (1929-2023)". Hartford Courant. June 15, 2023. Retrieved July 3, 2023.
- "Thomas G. Carruthers (R)". Connecticut Secretary of State. Retrieved July 3, 2023.
- "1972 Nov 7: General Election: State Senator: District 35". Connecticut Secretary of State. Retrieved July 3, 2023.
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