Leo W. O'Brien | |
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Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from New York | |
In office April 1, 1952 – December 30, 1966 | |
Preceded by | William T. Byrne |
Succeeded by | Daniel E. Button |
Constituency | 32nd district (1952–1953) 30th district (1953–1963) 29th district (1963–1966) |
Personal details | |
Born | Buffalo, New York, U.S. | September 21, 1900
Died | May 4, 1982 Albany, New York, U.S. | (aged 81)
Resting place | St. Agnes Cemetery, Menands, New York, U.S. |
Political party | Democratic |
Spouse |
Mabel C. Jean (m. 1925) |
Children | 1 |
Alma mater | Niagara University |
Occupation |
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Leo William O'Brien (September 21, 1900 – May 4, 1982) was an American journalist, radio and television commentator, and politician. A Democrat, he was most notable for his service as a member of the United States House of Representatives from New York for 14 years (1952-1966).[1]