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James J. Crawford

1871 – 1999

American politician in New York (born 1871)

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About James J. Crawford

Lived 1871 – 1999. James J. Crawford was an American politician.

James J. Crawford (November 16, 1871 – March 30, 1954) was an American politician from New York.

Life He was born on November 16, 1871, in New York City, the son of John Thomas Crawford and Mary Ann (Donnelly) Crawford. The family removed to Williamsburg, Brooklyn. He attended Public School No. 17 in Brooklyn.

Crawford was a member of the New York State Senate (11th D.) from 1929 to 1952, sitting in the 152nd, 153rd, 154th, 155th, 156th, 157th, 158th, 159th, 160th, 161st, 162nd, 163rd, 164th, 165th, 166th, 167th and 168th New York State Legislatures. In the senate, he sponsored legislation to legalize betting on races in the state.

Crawford died at his home in Brooklyn at the age of 82.

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Important facts

Born
16 November 1871
Birth century
19th century
Died
1999
Occupation
Politician
Nationality
United States
Positions held
Member of the State Senate of New York

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Frequently asked questions

Who was James J. Crawford?

American politician in New York (born 1871)

When was James J. Crawford born?

James J. Crawford was born on 16 November 1871.

When did James J. Crawford die?

James J. Crawford died in 1999.

What was James J. Crawford's occupation?

James J. Crawford was a politician.

What nationality was James J. Crawford?

James J. Crawford was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: James J. Crawford

· Wikidata: Q16066754

· DBpedia: James J. Crawford

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