John Q. Tilson
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John Quillin Tilson (April 5, 1866 – August 14, 1958) was an American politician. A Republican, he represented Connecticut in the United States House of Representatives for almost 22 years and was House Majority leader for 6 years.
Quick Facts House Majority Leader, Preceded by ...
John Q. Tilson | |
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House Majority Leader | |
In office March 4, 1925 – March 3, 1931 | |
Preceded by | Nicholas Longworth |
Succeeded by | Henry Thomas Rainey |
Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Connecticut's 3rd district | |
In office March 4, 1915 – December 3, 1932 | |
Preceded by | Thomas L. Reilly |
Succeeded by | Francis T. Maloney |
Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Connecticut's at-large district | |
In office March 4, 1909 – March 3, 1913 | |
Preceded by | George L. Lilley |
Succeeded by | district eliminated |
Member of the Connecticut House of Representatives | |
In office 1904-1908 | |
Personal details | |
Born | John Quillin Tilson (1866-04-05)April 5, 1866 Clearbranch, Tennessee, U.S. |
Died | August 14, 1958(1958-08-14) (aged 92) New London, New Hampshire, U.S. |
Political party | Republican |
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