About James W. Booth
Lived 1822 – 1876 (aged 54). James W. Booth was an American politician.
James Wadsworth Booth (September 9, 1822 New York City – September 14, 1876 Nyack, New York) was an American politician from New York. In 1873, he was elected by the State Legislature as a Regent of the University of the State of New York.
He was a member of the New York State Senate (5th D.) from 1874 until his death, sitting in the 97th, 98th and 99th New York State Legislatures.
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Who was James W. Booth?
American politician (1822–1876)
When was James W. Booth born?
James W. Booth was born on 9 September 1822 in New York City.
When did James W. Booth die?
James W. Booth died on 14 September 1876 in Nyack.
What was James W. Booth's occupation?
James W. Booth was a politician.
What nationality was James W. Booth?
James W. Booth was American.
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