Ellis (E.J.) Jessen Candidate

Born: February 4, 1924
Everly, Iowa
Clay County
United States
Resided: New Richland, Minnesota
Waseca County
Death: June 11, 2003
Gender: Man
Occupation: Farmer and livestock feeder
Military Service: U.S. Army, World War II (Staff Sergeant, 1943-1945).
Political Party: Nonpartisan
Notes: Jessen received a Bronze Star and a Purple Heart for his service in World War II.
Sources: State of Iowa, Department of Vital Statistics, Certificate of Birth (21-1047). Minnesota Death Certificate Index (2003-MN-021285). World War II Draft Registration Card (June 30, 1942). United States Department of Veterans Affairs BIRLS Death File. The Emmons Leader, October 31, 1968 (p. 2).
Photo of Ellis Jessen
Photo of Ellis Jessen
The Emmons Leader, October 31, 1968 (p. 2).

Election Details

Number of state/federal offices sought Number of campaigns Number of winning campaigns
1 1 0
Date Election Stage Party Votes Percent Result
11/05/1968 State House, District 09B General Nonpartisan 5,516 44.83% Lost

Additional Images

Print advertisement for Ellis Jessen's 1968 HD 09B general election campaign
Print advertisement for Ellis Jessen's 1968 HD 09B general election campaign
The Emmons Leader, October 31, 1968 (p. 2).