William Paul Peek was an American attorney, Democratic politician and jurist. Peek practiced law in southern California prior to his election in 1936 to the California Assembly, where he served as Speaker during the 1939 session. Wikipedia
Born: June 5, 1904, West Union, IA
Died: April 7, 1987 (age 82 years), Sacramento, CA
Spouse: Elizabeth Peek
Party: Democratic Party
Previous offices: Secretary of State of California (1940–1943), Speaker of the California State Assembly (1939–1939), and California State Representative (1937–1940)
Education: University of Oregon, Oregon State University, and Southwestern Law School