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Cornwall, C. Norman, 1902-1967

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Charles Norman (C. Norman) Cornwall was born on May 7, 1902 in Aspen, Colorado. He received his education at the University of Colorado, graduating with a law degree. C. Norman married Beda Brennecke in 1932, and the couple moved to Las Vegas, Nevada in 1943. He served as City Attorney from 1944 to 1948, and became a prominent Las Vegas attorney. C. Norman was active in several organizations, including the Elks, Shriners, and Eagles. He was also a charter president of the Las Vegas Breakfasters Lions Club, as well a member of the Clark County Sheriff’s Mounted Posse. C. Norman Cornwall passed away in 1967.

Source:

“Prominent LV Lawyer Dies of Heart Attack.” Las Vegas Review-Journal. January 31, 1967.