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Alexander J. Resa

1887 – 1964

American politician

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About Alexander J. Resa

Lived 1887 – 1964 (aged 76). Alexander J. Resa was an American politician and lawyer.

Alexander John Resa (August 4, 1887 – July 4, 1964) was a U.S. Representative from Illinois.

Born in Chicago, Illinois, Resa attended the public schools of Chicago, Illinois, and St. Joseph's College, Kirkwood, Missouri. He was graduated from the John Marshall Law School, Chicago, Illinois, in 1911. He was admitted to the bar the same year and commenced practice in Chicago, Illinois. He was assistant corporation counsel of the city of Chicago, serving as head of the appeals division and public improvement division 1937–1944. He served as member of the faculty of the John Marshall Law School 1918–1942.

Resa was elected as a Democrat to the Seventy-ninth Congress (January 3, 1945 – January 3, 1947). He was an unsuccessful candidate for reelection in 1946 to the Eightieth Congress. He returned to practice of law and retired December 31, 1959. He died in Evanston, Illinois, July 4, 1964. He was interred in Calvary Cemetery.

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Important facts

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Education
University of Illinois Chicago School of Law
Positions held
United States representative
Also known as
Alexander John Resa, Alexander Resa

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Alexander J. Resa?

American politician (1887–1964)

When was Alexander J. Resa born?

Alexander J. Resa was born on 4 August 1887 in Chicago.

When did Alexander J. Resa die?

Alexander J. Resa died on 4 July 1964 in Evanston.

What was Alexander J. Resa's occupation?

Alexander J. Resa was a politician and lawyer.

What nationality was Alexander J. Resa?

Alexander J. Resa was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Alexander J. Resa

· Wikidata: Q4719214

· DBpedia: Alexander J. Resa

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