James Rooney (D26) Susquehanna and Wayne Counties 1891-1894
Early Life:
James Rooney, born September 15, 1851, Auburn Township, Susquehanna County, Pennsylvania; son of John and Maria O'Connor Rooney; public school education; farming; engaged, cattle trade; engaged, e wholesale baled bay trade; poor commissioner, Susquehanna County, three years; elected, Democrat, Pennsylvania State Senate, 1891-1894; produce dealer; married, Harriet Cogswell Rooney, children, James Joseph Rooney, Hugh J. Rooney; died, May 24, 1930 (aged 78), Susquehanna County, Pennsylvania; interment, West Auburn Cemetery, Auburn Township, Susquehanna County, Pennsylvania.
Pennsylvania Politics:
Poor commissioner, Susquehanna County, three years.
Elected, Democrat, Pennsylvania State Senate, 26th district, Susquehanna and Wayne Counties, 1891-1894; defeated, incumbent Orrin A. Lines; committee assignments, Accounts, Federal Relations, Judicial Apportionment, New Counties and County Seats, Pensions and Gratuities, Public Health and Sanitation.
Cited:
Cox, Harold. "Senate Members "R"". Wilkes University Election Statistics Project. Wilkes University.
Smull’s Legislative Handbook, (1893). Cochran, T.B., (Editor) Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, pages 809, 815-817, Biographical Sketches of Senators, page 779.
James Rooney (1851-1930) - Find a Grave Memorial