About James A. Thompson
Lived 1873 – 1923 (aged 49–50). James A. Thompson was an American politician.
James A. Thompson (c. 1873 – December 4, 1923) was an American politician from New York.
Career
Thompson was a member of the New York State Assembly (Kings Co., 8th D.) in 1905 and 1906. He was a member of the New York State Senate (5th D.) in 1907 and 1908.
Death He died on December 4, 1923, at his home in Long Beach. An investigation concluded that he was accidentally killed by inhaling gas while sleeping, after a pot of coffee boiled over, extinguishing the flame in a burner. He was buried at the Green-Wood Cemetery in Brooklyn.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was James A. Thompson?
New York state senator
When was James A. Thompson born?
James A. Thompson was born in 1873.
When did James A. Thompson die?
James A. Thompson died on 4 December 1923 in Long Beach.
What was James A. Thompson's occupation?
James A. Thompson was a politician.
What nationality was James A. Thompson?
James A. Thompson was American.
Sources & further reading
· Wikipedia: James A. Thompson
· DBpedia: James A. Thompson (New York politician)
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