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David Floyd Davis

1867 – 1951

American businessman and politician

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About David Floyd Davis

Lived 1867 – 1951 (aged 84). David Floyd Davis was an American politician.

David Floyd Davis (July 10, 1867 – November 7, 1951) was an American businessman and politician from New York.

Life David Floyd Davis was born in Riverhead on July 10, 1867, the son of David Frank Davis and Betsey Sophia (Wiggins) Davis. In 1890, he opened an oil distribution business. On November 15, 1893, he married Edith Clyde Smith, and they had two children.

Davis was a member of the New York State Assembly (Kings Co., 4th D.) in 1898; and a member of the New York State Senate (4th D.) in 1899 and 1900.

In 1906, he testified before the Interstate Commerce Commission to how Standard Oil was trying to push independent oil dealers out of business.

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Important facts

Born
10 July 1867, Riverhead
Birth century
19th century
Died
7 November 1951, Newark, New Jersey
Occupation
Politician
Nationality
United States
Positions held
Member of the State Senate of New York, Member of the New York State Assembly

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Frequently asked questions

Who was David Floyd Davis?

American businessman and politician

When was David Floyd Davis born?

David Floyd Davis was born on 10 July 1867 in Riverhead.

When did David Floyd Davis die?

David Floyd Davis died on 7 November 1951 in Newark, New Jersey.

What was David Floyd Davis's occupation?

David Floyd Davis was a politician.

What nationality was David Floyd Davis?

David Floyd Davis was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: David Floyd Davis

· Wikidata: Q15998079

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