Calvin Carsten

Calvin Carsten
Member of the Nebraska Legislature for the 2nd district
In office
January 5, 1971 – January 7, 1987
Preceded byJack Mullen
Succeeded byRoger Wehrbein
Personal details
Born(1915-11-11)November 11, 1915
Avoca, Nebraska
DiedDecember 25, 1992(1992-12-25) (aged 77)
Lincoln, Nebraska
PartyRepublican
Spouse
Ruth Thelma Ruge
​
(m. 1937)​
Children3 (Sally, Carroll, Steven)
Parent
EducationUniversity of Nebraska–Lincoln
OccupationFarmer

Calvin Carsten (November 11, 1915 – December 25, 1992) was a Republican politician from Nebraska who served as a member of the Nebraska Legislature for the 2nd district from 1971 to 1987.

Early career

Carsten was born in Avoca, Nebraska, in 1915,[1] the son of State Senator Fred Carsten.[2] Carsten graduated from Avoca High School and the University of Nebraska, and worked on his family farm.[2][1]

Nebraska Legislature

In 1966, Carsten challenged State Senator Rick Budd for re-election in the 2nd district.[3] In the primary election, Budd placed first, winning 61 percent of the vote to Carsten's 33 percent and ironworker William Heier's 6 percent.[4] In the general election, Budd defeated Carsten by a wide margin, winning 59–41 percent.

Budd declined to seek re-election in 1970, and Carsten ran for the seat again.[5] He was joined in the primary by investment company owner Jack Mullen and ranch owner Raymond DeRosia.[6] One month before the primary, Budd resigned from office following his appointment as state director of the Small Business Administration. Governor Norbert Tiemann appointed Mullen to serve out the remainder of Budd's term.[7] In the primary election, Carsten narrowly placed first, winning 44 percent of the vote to Mullen's 43 percent and DeRosia's 13 percent.[8] Carsten defeated Mullen in a landslide in the general election, receiving 62 percent of the vote to Mullen's 38 percent.[8]

In 1974, Carsten ran for re-election to a second term, and he was challenged by laborer Michael Fitzpatrick.[9] In the primary election, Carsten placed first over Fitzpatrick, 77–23 percent.[10] Carsten won his second term in a landslide in the general election, defeating Fitzpatrick with 71 percent of the vote.[10] In 1978, Carsten ran for re-election to a third term, and was re-elected unopposed.[11]

Carsten sought a fourth term in 1982,[12] and faced a crowded field of challengers, including Richard Halvorsen, a state penitentiary employee, and Boyd Linder and Vernon Waterman, who were former members of the Plattsmouth School Board.[13] In the primary election, Carsten placed first, winning 44 percent of the vote, and advanced to the general election against Linder, who placed second with 35 percent.[14][15] Carsten ultimately won re-election by a narrower margin than his past races, defeating Linder with just 54 percent of the vote.[14]

In 1986, Carsten declined to seek re-election to a fifth term.[16]

Death

Carsten died on December 25, 1992.[17]

References

  1. ^ a b Sasso, Lois A., ed. (1985). Nebraska Blue Book 1984-85 (PDF). Clerk of the Nebraska Legislature. Retrieved March 28, 2026.
  2. ^ a b "Senator Carsten Is Concerned With Legislative Business The Year 'Round". The Plattsmouth Journal. June 26, 1975. p. 1. Retrieved March 28, 2026 – via Newspapers.com.
  3. ^ "Avoca Farmer To Oppose Budd". Omaha World-Herald. February 25, 1966. p. 8. Retrieved March 28, 2026 – via Newspapers.com.
  4. ^ Marsh, Frank (1966). Official Report of the Board of State Canvassers of the State of Nebraska, Primary Election, May 10, 1966, General Election, November 8, 1966 (PDF). Nebraska Secretary of State. Retrieved March 28, 2026.
  5. ^ "Calvin Carsten, Avoca, Files for Senator". Weeping Water Republican. March 12, 1970. p. 1. Retrieved March 28, 2026 – via Newspapers.com.
  6. ^ "Who's Who In the May 12 Primary". Omaha World-Herald. May 6, 1970. p. 79. Retrieved March 28, 2026 – via Newspapers.com.
  7. ^ "Mullen to Replace Rick Budd". Lincoln Evening Journal. April 1, 1970. p. 17. Retrieved March 28, 2026 – via Newspapers.com.
  8. ^ a b Marsh, Frank (1970). Official Report of the Board of State Canvassers of the State of Nebraska, Primary Election, May 12, 1970, General Election, November 3, 1970 (PDF). Nebraska Secretary of State. Retrieved March 28, 2026.
  9. ^ "Candidates From 24 Districts Seek Election to State Legislature". Lincoln Star. May 5, 1974. p. 6V. Retrieved March 28, 2026 – via Newspapers.com.
  10. ^ a b Beermann, Allen J. (1974). Official Report of the Board of State Canvassers of the State of Nebraska, Primary Election, May 14, 1974, General Election, November 5, 1974 (PDF). Nebraska Secretary of State. Retrieved March 28, 2026.
  11. ^ "Ex-N.U. Star Novak Gains Spot in Finals". Omaha World-Herald. May 10, 1978. p. 11. Retrieved March 28, 2026 – via Newspapers.com.
  12. ^ "Senator Carsten Announces He'll Seek Another Term". The Plattsmouth Journal. January 11, 1982. p. 1. Retrieved March 28, 2026 – via Newspapers.com.
  13. ^ "Nebraska Legislature". Lincoln Sunday Journal. May 9, 1982. p. 5C. Retrieved March 28, 2026 – via Newspapers.com.
  14. ^ a b Beermann, Allen J. (1982). Official Report of the Nebraska State Canvassing Board, Primary Election, May 11, 1982, General Election, November 2, 1982 (PDF). Nebraska Secretary of State. Retrieved March 28, 2026.
  15. ^ "Carsten To Face Linder In State Senate Race". The Plattsmouth Journal. May 13, 1982. p. 1. Retrieved March 28, 2026 – via Newspapers.com.
  16. ^ Stern, Gabriella (January 13, 1986). "Senators Face Dilemma on Re-election". Omaha World-Herald. p. 14. Retrieved March 28, 2026 – via Newspapers.com.
  17. ^ "Calvin Carsten Dies; Rites Set For Ex-Senator". Omaha World-Herald. December 27, 1992. p. 23. Retrieved March 28, 2026 – via Newspapers.com.

Content Disclaimer

Informasi ini disarikan dari Wikipedia dan disajikan kembali untuk tujuan edukasi. Konten tersedia di bawah lisensi CC BY-SA 3.0. Kami tidak bertanggung jawab atas ketidakakuratan data yang bersumber dari kontribusi publik tersebut.

  1. The information displayed on this website is sourced in part or in whole from Wikipedia and has been adapted for the purpose of restating it. We strive to provide accurate and relevant information, however:
  2. There is no guarantee of absolute accuracy. Wikipedia is an open, collaborative project that can be edited by anyone, so information is subject to change.
  3. It is not intended to constitute professional advice. The content displayed is for informational and educational purposes only. For important decisions (e.g., medical, legal, or financial), please consult a professional.
  4. Content copyright. Wikipedia is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License (CC BY-SA). This means that content may be reused with appropriate attribution and shared under a similar license.
  5. Responsible use. Any risk arising from the use of information from this website is entirely the responsibility of the user.