Lowell B. Mason
Lowell B. Mason | |
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official portrait photograph, circa 1923 | |
| Chairman of the Federal Trade Commission | |
| In office January 1, 1949 – May 23, 1950 | |
| Preceded by | Robert E. Freer |
| Succeeded by | James M. Mead |
| Member of the Federal Trade Commission | |
| In office 1945–1956 | |
| Appointed by | Harry S. Truman |
| Member of the Illinois Senate from the 23rd district | |
| In office 1923–1931 | |
| Personal details | |
| Party | Republican |
| Spouse(s) | Grace Gilbert Rose D'Amore |
| Children | 5 |
| Parents |
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| Alma mater | Northwestern University Law School (LL.B) |
| Occupation | Lawyer, politician |
Lowell Blake Mason (July 25, 1893 – July 9, 1983) was the chair of the Federal Trade Commission from January 1, 1949, to May 23, 1950. Mason was the last FTC chair to be selected by the Commissioners, rather than being designated by the President of the United States. He also served in the Illinois Senate and on the Illinois State Aviation Commission.