Art Sour

Arthur William Sour, Jr., known as Art Sour (November 6, 1924–January 10, 2000), was a Shreveport businessman and a pioneer in developing a competitive Republican Party in Louisiana. A conservative, Sour served in the Louisiana House of Representatives from 1972-1992. He was born in Shreveport to Arthur W. Sour (1895–1972) and Adele Sour (1897–1977). He graduated from C.E. Byrd High School. He served in the United States Army during World War II and was wounded in action. He earned his livelihood in oil and real estate.

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