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John Francis Hylan

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American politician (1868-1936)

United StatesPoliticiansLived 1868 to 1936 · aged 67
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John Francis Hylan, also known as "Red Mike" Hylan, was the 97th Mayor of New York City, from 1918 to 1925. From rural beginnings in the Catskills, Hylan eventually obtained work in Brooklyn as a laborer on the elevated railroad.

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Hylan's homestead, his parents and two photos of himself as child and young man. From his autobiography.Hylan's homestead, his parents and two photos of himself as child and young man. From his autobiography.John F. Hylan in 1905John F. Hylan in 1905Hylan attending the 1920 World Series at Ebbets Field.Hylan attending the 1920 World Series at Ebbets Field.

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John Francis Hylan, also known as "Red Mike" Hylan, was the 97th Mayor of New York City, from 1918 to 1925. From rural beginnings in the Catskills, Hylan eventually obtained work in Brooklyn as a laborer on the elevated railroad. During his nine years with the company, he worked his way to engineer, and also studied to earn his high school diploma. He continued by earning a law degree. He practiced law for nine years, and also participated in local Democratic politics.

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United States
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Politicians
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Politician
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deceased
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Lived 1868 to 1936 · aged 67
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