James H. O'Brien
James Henry O'Brien (July 15, 1860 – September 2, 1924 in Brooklyn) was an American politician from New York. A Democrat, he served terms in the New York State Senate from 1911 to 1912, and in the United States House of Representatives for one term from 1913 to 1915.
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| Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from New York's 9th district | |
| In office March 4, 1913 – March 3, 1915 | |
| Preceded by | Henry M. Goldfogle |
| Succeeded by | Oscar W. Swift |
| Member of the New York State Senate | |
| In office January 1, 1911 – December 31, 1912 | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | James Henry O’Brien July 15, 1860 Jamaica, U.S. |
| Died | September 2, 1924 (aged 64) Brooklyn, New York |
| Resting place | Holy Cross Cemetery |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Spouse | Catherine “Kate” Lyons |
| Profession | Politician |
Early life and education
O'Brien was born in Jamaica, Queens County, New York on July 15, 1860.[1] He attended the public schools in Queens, and graduated from Browne's Business College in Brooklyn.[1]
Business career
He became a resident of the town of East New York, which was later incorporated into the city of Brooklyn.[1] O'Brien worked as a machinist and mechanical engineer, and later owned and operated the J. H. O'Brien Scale & Supply Company, a business that manufactured commercial scales and equipment used in constructing overhead tramways.[1]
Political career
State Senate
O'Brien became active in politics as a Democrat. He was a member of the New York State Senate (10th D.) in 1911 and 1912.[1] While in the Senate, he served as chairman of the Agriculture Committee, and was chairman of the state's Food Investigating Commission.[1]
Congress
O'Brien was elected as a Democrat to the 63rd United States Congress, and served from March 4, 1913, to March 3, 1915.[1] He was an unsuccessful candidate for reelection in 1914.
Later career and death
After leaving Congress, O'Brien resumed management of his business interests.[1] He served as a delegate to the Democratic National Convention in 1916.[2] He died in Brooklyn on September 2, 1924, and was buried at Holy Cross Cemetery.[1]
Family
O'Brien was married to Catherine "Kate" Lyons.[1] They were the parents of four sons and three daughters; William, James, Thomas, Edward, Geraldine, Anna, and Estelle.[1]
References
- J. H. O'Brien, Dies, Ex-Congressman, p. 3.
- "Delegates Elected", p. 5.
Sources
Newspapers
- "Delegates Elected". New York Times. New York, NY. April 5, 1916.
- "J. H. O'Brien, Dies, Ex-Congressman". Brooklyn Daily Eagle. Brooklyn, NY. September 3, 1924.
External sources
- United States Congress. "James H. O'Brien (id: O000012)". Biographical Directory of the United States Congress.