Gary U. Hardy | |
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Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Colorado's 3rd district | |
In office March 4, 1919 – March 3, 1933 | |
Preceded by | Edward Keating |
Succeeded by | John Andrew Martin |
Personal details | |
Born | Gary Urban Hardy April 4, 1872 Abingdon, Illinois |
Died | January 26, 1947 (aged 74) Cañon City, Colorado |
Resting place | Greenwood Cemetery |
Political party | Republican |
Spouse | Jessie Mack Hardy |
Education | Transylvania University |
Committees | Appropriations[1] |
Guy Urban Hardy (April 4, 1872 – January 26, 1947) was a U.S. Representative from Colorado for fourteen years.[2][3] He was a newspaper editor and publisher for 52 years[3] as well as president of the National Editorial Association. Three parks were established in Cañon City, Colorado as the result of his lobbying efforts: Royal Gorge Park, Temple Canyon Park, and Red Canyon Park. The Guy U. Hardy award was established to recognize individuals who preserve, protect, and advocate for outdoor recreational opportunities.[4]
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