Milton Otho Alexander
Milton Otho Alexander | |
|---|---|
| Member of the South Carolina House of Representatives from the 27th district | |
| In office 1983–1994 | |
| Preceded by | Samuel Hunter Howard, Jr. |
| Succeeded by | Michael Easterday |
| Personal details | |
| Born | August 1, 1923 Calhoun, South Carolina |
| Died | March 23, 2013 |
Milton Otho 'M.O.' Alexander (August 1, 1923 – March 23, 2013) was an American politician.
Early life, education and career
Alexander served in the United States Army during World War II, from 1943 to 1946.[1] After returning from service, he completed a Bachelor of Science degree in Vocational Agricultural Education from Clemson University in 1948.[2]
Alexander earned a master's degree in Education from the University of South Carolina in 1953, and taught agriculture for 32 years, as a teacher in Simpsonville, South Carolina schools and a principal at Simpsonville High School.[3]
Political career
Alexander was elected to the South Carolina House of Representatives from the 27th District in 1983, remaining in office for six terms.
Honors and recognitions
Alexander received the Clemson University Centennial Distinguished Alumni Award in 1989.[4]
References
- ^ "South Carolina Legislature Online - Member Biography". www.scstatehouse.gov. Retrieved 2025-07-21.
- ^ "Record Fifty-sixth Year" (PDF). The Clemson Agricultural College. XXIV (1): 269. March 1949 – via Clemson University.
- ^ "Obituary: Milton "M.O." Alexander of Simpsonville". Simpsonville, SC Patch. 2013-03-26. Retrieved 2025-07-21.
- ^ "Milton Alexander Obituary (2013) - Simpsonville, SC - The Greenville News". Legacy.com. Retrieved 2025-07-21.