Bob Short
Bob Short | |
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Short in 1969 | |
| Treasurer of the Democratic National Committee | |
| In office August 1968 – March 12, 1969 | |
| Preceded by | John Criswell |
| Succeeded by | Patrick J. O'Connor |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Robert Earl Short July 20, 1917 Minneapolis, Minnesota, U.S. |
| Died | November 20, 1982 (aged 65) Hennepin County, Minnesota |
| Resting place | Resurrection Cemetery, Mendota Heights, Minnesota |
| Spouse | Marion D. McCann (1948–2022) |
| Alma mater | |
| Occupation | businessman |
| Known for | Owner of the Minneapolis / Los Angeles Lakers and Washington Senators / Texas Rangers |
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Robert Earl Short (July 20, 1917 – November 20, 1982) was an American businessman, sport teams owner, and politician. Short owned the Minneapolis / Los Angeles Lakers of the National Basketball Association and the Washington Senators / Texas Rangers of Major League Baseball. He served as the treasurer of the Democratic National Committee from 1968 to 1969.