Preston A. Pairo Jr.
American politician (1927–2010)
Preston Abercrombie Pairo Jr. (June 5, 1927 – October 10, 2010) was an American politician and lawyer from Maryland. He served as a member of the Maryland House of Delegates from 1951 to 1954.
Early life
Preston Abercrombie Pairo Jr. was born on June 5, 1927, in Baltimore, Maryland, to Blossom (née Pritchett) and Preston A. Pairo. His grandfather was state delegate W. Harry Pairo. His father was a lawyer and police magistrate. His mother was a homemaker. He was raised on Liberty Heights Avenue in Baltimore. Pairo attended public schools in Baltimore.
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