Edward W. Curley

Edward Walter Curley (May 23, 1873 – January 6, 1940) was a Democratic member of the United States House of Representatives from New York from 1935 to 1940.

Edward W. Curley
Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from New York's 22nd district
In office November 5, 1935 – January 6, 1940
Preceded by	Anthony J. Griffin
Succeeded by	Walter A. Lynch
New York City Board of Aldermen
In office 1916–1935
Personal details
Born	(1873-05-23)May 23, 1873 Easton, Pennsylvania
Died	January 6, 1940(1940-01-06) (aged 66) New York City, New York
Political party	Democratic Party
Alma mater	City College of New York

Biography

Curley was born in Easton, Pennsylvania. He attended the College of the City of New York.

Political career

He was a member of the New York City Council from 1916 until 1935. He was elected to Congress in 1935 to fill the vacancy caused by the death of Anthony J. Griffin and served from November 5, 1935, until his death in New York City.

See also

• List of United States Congress members who died in office (1900–49)

Sources

• United States Congress. "Edward W. Curley (id: C000995)". Biographical Directory of the United States Congress.