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James d'Orma Braman
American politician (1901–1980) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
James d'Orma Braman (December 23, 1901 – August 21, 1980)[1] was an American politician who served as the 45th mayor of Seattle, Washington from 1964 to 1969. To date, Braman was the last Republican to serve as Mayor of Seattle.[2] Previously, mayors were elected for a term of four years, but because of a change in the date of election to odd-numbered years during his mayoral tenure, Braman served five and a half years.
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James Braman | |
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Assistant Secretary of Transportation for Urban Systems and Environment | |
In office March 23, 1969 – 1970 | |
President | Richard Nixon |
45th Mayor of Seattle | |
In office April 6, 1964 – March 23, 1969 | |
Preceded by | Gordon S. Clinton |
Succeeded by | Floyd C. Miller |
Member of the Seattle City Council | |
In office 1954–1964 | |
Personal details | |
Born | James d'Orma Braman December 23, 1901 Lorimor, Iowa, U.S. |
Died | August 21, 1980 (aged 78) Seattle, Washington, U.S. |
Political party | Republican |
Military service | |
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Unit | United States Navy Reserve |
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