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Oscar Keller

1878 – 1927

American politician

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About Oscar Keller

Lived 1878 – 1927 (aged 49). Oscar Keller was an American politician.

Oscar Edward Keller (July 30, 1878 – November 21, 1927) was a representative from Minnesota.

He was born in Helenville, Wisconsin, and attended the public schools and the University of Wisconsin–Madison. He moved to Minnesota in 1901 and settled in St. Paul.

He was employed as a billing clerk and later engaged in mercantile pursuits. He was a member of the city council of St. Paul from 1910 to 1914, city commissioner from 1914 to 1919, and commissioner of public utilities from 1914 to 1919.

He was elected as an Independent Republican to the 66th congress to fill the vacancy caused by the death of Carl Van Dyke. He was reelected as a Republican to the 67th, 68th, and 69th congresses and served from July 1, 1919, to March 3, 1927. He was chairman of the Committee on Railways and Canals (68th and 69th Congresses). He was an unsuccessful candidate for renomination in 1926.

He was also engaged in the real estate business.

He died in St. Paul, Minnesota, and was interred in Elmhurst Cemetery.

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Important facts

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Education
University of Wisconsin–Madison
Positions held
United States representative
Also known as
Oscar Edward Keller

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Oscar Keller?

American politician (1878-1927)

When was Oscar Keller born?

Oscar Keller was born on 30 July 1878.

When did Oscar Keller die?

Oscar Keller died on 21 November 1927 in Saint Paul.

What was Oscar Keller's occupation?

Oscar Keller was a politician.

What nationality was Oscar Keller?

Oscar Keller was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Oscar Keller

· Wikidata: Q2032801

· DBpedia: Oscar Keller

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