Former State Senate President Dies

{Hamlin, West Virginia}...Former State Senate President Lloyd G. Jackson, known as "Big Lloyd, of Hamlin died early Saturday morning at the age of 93. Jackson served in the 150th Infantry Division during World War II. He advanced to master sergeant while stationed in Panama. After returning from the war, he took control of his family's oil and gas drilling and production business in Lincoln County. He was elected to the state Senate in 1946 and served six terms. He served the 7th Senate District of Boone, Lincoln and Logan counties. The Lincoln County native served as State Senate President from 1969 to 1971. Funeral services will be 11:00 A.M. Wednesday at Central United Methodist Church in Hamlin. Burial will follow at Lincoln Memorial Park.