Daniel Charles Oliver (October 6, 1865 – March 26, 1924) was an American businessman and politician who served one term in the New York State Assembly from 1917 and 1919.

Daniel C. Oliver, Congressman from New York

Life

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Born in New York City, Oliver attended public schools and graduated from the College of the City of New York. He served twenty years as a member of the school board. He was an importer of dry goods and also served as member of the Commercial Travelers' Association.

Political career

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He was a member of the New York State Assembly (New York Co., 23rd D.) in 1915 and 1916.[1][2]

Congress

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Oliver was elected as a Democrat to the 65th United States Congress, holding office from March 4, 1917, to March 3, 1919.[3] He resumed his former business pursuits in New York City.

Death

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He died from pneumonia at his home there on March 26, 1924.[4] He was buried at the Calvary Cemetery in Woodside, Queens.

Sources

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  1. ^ "Twenty-Third District". The New York Times. October 31, 1915. p. 100. Retrieved March 14, 2020 – via Newspapers.com.
  2. ^ "Protests Against Finegan Bill Pour Into Albany; Hits Hardest at Buffalo". Buffalo Courier. Albany. March 17, 1916. p. 6. Retrieved March 14, 2020 – via Newspapers.com.
  3. ^ "Bennet Defeated by Daniel C. Oliver". New York Herald. November 9, 1916. p. 4. Retrieved March 14, 2020 – via Newspapers.com.
  4. ^ "Former Representative From New York Dies". The Ithaca Journal. March 27, 1924. p. 2. Retrieved March 14, 2020 – via Newspapers.com.
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New York State Assembly
Preceded by
Sidney C. Crane
New York State Assembly
New York County, 23rd District

1915–1916
Succeeded by
Earl A. Smith
U.S. House of Representatives
Preceded by Member of the U.S. House of Representatives
from New York's 23rd congressional district

1917–1919
Succeeded by