William Bourke Cockran papers 1881-1924

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William Bourke Cockran papers 1881-1924

The collection consists of the papers of William Bourke Cockran, Irish born American lawyer, member of Congress, Democratic Party politician, and noted orator.

17.5 linear feet; 43 boxes

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Lawyer and Congressman from New York. From the description of Letter to the S.S. McClure Company, 1899 October 27. (University of Virginia). WorldCat record id: 62524017 Democratic Congressman from New York and famous orator. From the description of Papers, 1890-1923. (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 155508334 William Bourke Cockran (1854-1923) was an Irish-born American lawyer, orator and politician who was elected to Congress from New York in 1886, 1890,...