About John Milton
Lived 1881 – 1977 (aged 96). John Milton was an American politician and lawyer.
John Gerald Milton (January 21, 1881 – April 14, 1977) was a Democratic United States Senator from New Jersey.
Biography Born in Jersey City, New Jersey he attended the public schools. He then studied law and was admitted to the bar in 1903 and commenced practice in Jersey City, N.J. He was appointed on January 18, 1938, as a Democrat to the United States Senate, to fill the vacancy caused by the resignation of A. Harry Moore and served from January 18, 1938, to November 8, 1938, when a successor was elected. He was not a candidate to fill the vacancy. He then resumed the practice of law. He resided in Jersey City, New Jersey where he died and was interred in Holy Cross Cemetery, North Arlington, New Jersey.
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Who was John Milton?
American politician (1881–1977)
When was John Milton born?
John Milton was born on 21 January 1881 in Jersey City.
When did John Milton die?
John Milton died on 14 April 1977 in Jersey City.
What was John Milton's occupation?
John Milton was a politician and lawyer.
What nationality was John Milton?
John Milton was American.
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· DBpedia: John Milton (New Jersey politician)
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