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John M. Mitchell

1858 – 1905

American politician

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About John M. Mitchell

Lived 1858 – 1905 (aged 47). John M. Mitchell was an American politician and lawyer.

John Murray Mitchell (March 18, 1858 – May 31, 1905) was an American lawyer and politician who served as U.S. Representative from New York.

Early life J. Murray Mitchell was born in New York City, and attended Leggett's School there. In 1877, he was graduated from Columbia College, New York City, where he was a member of St. Anthony Hall, in 1877. He graduated from the Columbia Law School in 1879.

Career He was admitted to the bar in 1879 and practiced in New York City.

He successfully contested as a Republican the election of James J. Walsh to the Fifty-fourth Congress. He was reelected to the Fifty-fifth Congress and served from June 2, 1896, to March 3, 1899. He was an unsuccessful candidate for reelection in 1898 to the Fifty-sixth Congress.

He resumed the practice of law.

Personal He died from cancer at Tuxedo Park, New York, May 31, 1905. He was interred in Brooklyn's Green-Wood Cemetery.

His brother was assemblyman and U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York Edward Mitchell.

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Important facts

Birth century
Occupation
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Education
Columbia University, Columbia College (New York)
Positions held
United States representative
Also known as
John Murry Mitchell, John Murray Mitchell, John Mitchell

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Frequently asked questions

Who was John M. Mitchell?

American politician (1858–1905)

When was John M. Mitchell born?

John M. Mitchell was born on 18 March 1858 in New York City.

When did John M. Mitchell die?

John M. Mitchell died on 31 May 1905 in New York (state), Tuxedo Park, New York.

What was John M. Mitchell's occupation?

John M. Mitchell was a politician and lawyer.

What nationality was John M. Mitchell?

John M. Mitchell was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: John M. Mitchell

· Wikidata: Q1446902

· DBpedia: John M. Mitchell

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