Oliver Belmont
American politician (1858–1908) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Oliver Hazard Perry Belmont (November 12, 1858 – June 10, 1908) was an American banker, socialite, and politician who served one term as a United States Representative from New York from 1901 to 1903.[1]
Quick Facts Member of the United States House of Representatives from New York's 13th District, Preceded by ...
Oliver Belmont | |
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![]() Oliver Belmont | |
Member of the United States House of Representatives from New York's 13th District | |
In office March 4, 1901 – March 3, 1903 | |
Preceded by | Jefferson Monroe Levy |
Succeeded by | Francis Burton Harrison |
Personal details | |
Born | Oliver Hazard Perry Belmont November 12, 1858 New York City, U.S. |
Died | June 10, 1908(1908-06-10) (aged 49) Hempstead, New York, U.S. |
Resting place | Woodlawn Cemetery |
Political party | Democratic |
Spouses | |
Relations | Perry Belmont (brother) August Belmont Jr. (brother) Matthew C. Perry (maternal grandfather) |
Children | Natica Rives Belmont Burden |
Parent(s) | August Belmont Caroline Slidell Perry |
Residence | Belcourt |
Education | St. Paul's School United States Naval Academy |
Occupation | Businessman, politician |
Known for | Belcourt |
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Belmont was a member of the banking firm of August Belmont and Co., New York City. He became publisher of the Verdict, a weekly paper.