Claude Ignatius Bakewell

Republican Representative of Missouri's 11th district

Congresses Served

House Terms

January 1, 1912 (75 years old)

Birthday

January 1, 1987

Death

American politician and lawyer who served as a U.S. Representative and U.S. Postmaster.
Born into a prominent family with a background in law and politics.
Graduated from Georgetown University and St. Louis University School of Law.
Served on the board of aldermen in St. Louis and was chairman of the legislation committee.
Served in the United States Navy during World War II.
Elected to the U.S. House of Representatives in 1946 and again in a special election in 1951.
Notable for his opposition to certain legislation, including a bill regarding jukebox royalty fees and a quitclaim bill on tidelands.
Advocated for civil rights, criticizing segregation in dining facilities.
Managed by conservative activist Phyllis Schlafly during his 1946 campaign.
Lost re-election bids but was recognized for defeating a powerful political machine in his 1951 victory.
Served as postmaster for St. Louis from 1958 to 1982.
Died in 1987 and was interred in Calvary Cemetery in St. Louis.