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American politician (1880–1938) From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
John S. Farrell (May 4, 1880 – March 15, 1938) was an American politician. He served as the 36th mayor of Green Bay, Wisconsin, holding office from 1937 to 1938.
John S. Farrell | |
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36th Mayor of Green Bay, Wisconsin | |
In office 1937 – March 15, 1938 | |
Preceded by | John V. Diener |
Succeeded by | Alex Biemeret |
Personal details | |
Born | Fort Howard, Green Bay, Wisconsin, U.S. | May 4, 1880
Died | March 15, 1938 57) Green Bay, Wisconsin, U.S. | (aged
Cause of death | Suicide by shotgun |
Political party | Republican |
Parent(s) | Richard Farrell Margaret Maher Farrell |
Profession | Politician |
Farrell was born on May 4, 1880. He died on March 15, 1938, from apparent suicide by shotgun.[1]
Farrell served as an alderman and city councilman from 1905 to 1915. In 1923, he was appointed postmaster of Green Bay by U.S. President Warren G. Harding. He was later re-appointed by Presidents Calvin Coolidge and Herbert Hoover, serving until 1936. That year he ran as a Republican for election to the United States House of Representatives from Wisconsin's 8th congressional district. He ultimately finished third in the election, with incumbent George J. Schneider winning the seat. The following year he was elected mayor of Green Bay, serving until his death.
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