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John A. O'Neill

1837 – 1892

American politician, New Jersey and steel engraver

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About John A. O'Neill

Lived 1837 – 1892 (aged 54–55). John A. O'Neill was an American politician, printmaker and author.

John A. O'Neill (c. 1837 – June 17, 1892) was an American steel engraver and Democratic Party politician. He served as the 15th Mayor of Hoboken, New Jersey.

Biography He served as a member of the New Jersey General Assembly in 1872; served three terms on the Hudson County Board of Chosen Freeholders in 1869, 1870, and 1873; and one term as the fifteenth mayor of Hoboken, New Jersey, from 1880 to 1881. He was appointed by President Grover Cleveland as the superintendent of the Engraving Division of the Bureau of Engraving and Printing in 1885 and served there until his death in 1892.

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Important facts

Born
1837, England
Birth century
19th century
Died
17 June 1892, Washington, D.C.
Occupation
Politician, printmaker, author
Nationality
United States
Positions held
Member of the New Jersey General Assembly, Mayor of Hoboken, New Jersey
Also known as
J. A. O'Neill

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Frequently asked questions

Who was John A. O'Neill?

American politician, New Jersey and steel engraver (1837–1892)

When was John A. O'Neill born?

John A. O'Neill was born in 1837 in England.

When did John A. O'Neill die?

John A. O'Neill died on 17 June 1892 in Washington, D.C..

What was John A. O'Neill's occupation?

John A. O'Neill was a politician, printmaker and author.

What nationality was John A. O'Neill?

John A. O'Neill was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: John A. O'Neill

· Wikidata: Q6217864

· DBpedia: John A. O'Neill

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