James J. O'Brien papers, 1948-1949.

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James J. O'Brien papers, 1948-1949.

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Collection consists of correspondence, diary notes, press clippings, and memorabilia relating to O'Brien's around-the-world flight, May 1949, as "Father Knickerbocker" on behalf of the New York World Trade Week Committee in celebration of World Trade Week.

.4 linear foot (1 box)

Campbell University, Wiggins Memorial Library

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Campbell University, Wiggins Memorial Library

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O'Dwyer, William, 1890-1964

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William O'Dwyer (1890-1964), a native of Bohola, County Mayo in Ireland, emigrated to New York City in 1910. Prior to becoming Mayor in 1946, he served in the United States Army and later worked as a policeman, lawyer, district attorney. He was re-elected in November 1949 and served until August 1950, when he accepted the position of U.S. Ambassador to Mexico....

New York (N.Y.). Dept. of Public Works.

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O'Brien, James J.

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James J. O'Brien was secretary of the New York Dept. of Public Works and special assistant to Mayor William O'Dwyer. From the description of James J. O'Brien papers, 1948-1949. (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 122486296 ...