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Farley, James Aloysius, 1888-1976

 Person

Biography

One of the first Irish Catholic politicians in American history to achieve success on a national level. He simultaneously served as chairman of the New York State Democratic Committee, chairman of the Democratic National Committee, and Postmaster General under the first two administrations of President Franklin Roosevelt.

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Farley, James Aloysius

 Item
Identifier: 1981.008.3
Scope and Contents

Studio portrait of James A. Farley in middle-age. Hand-inscribed "To W.F. King. Postmaster. A fine public servant. James A. Farley." Handwritten note on verso reads: "Father Kenneth King's father, postmaster of Wolco, Okla."

Dates: 1747 - 1985