About Peter J. Collins
Peter J. Collins was an American politician.
Peter J. Collins (October 1, 1859 – October 31, 1913) was an American politician and lawyer from Ohio. He served as a member of the Ohio House of Representatives, representing Stark County from 1913 to his death.
Early life Peter J. Collins was born on October 1, 1859, in Columbiana County, Ohio, to William Collins. His father was an immigrant from County Donegal, Ireland. Collins studied at public schools in Columbiana County. He studied at Mount Union College and the Washington & Jefferson College. He was admitted to the bar on June 7, 1887. He wrote a food trust bill that prevent monopolies by companies making food stuffs.
Personal life Collins married Mary C. Mellen of Millport in 1888.
Collins died following heart trouble on October 31, 1913, at his home in Canton.
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