John J. Casey

John J. Casey

John Joseph Casey (May 26, 1875 – May 5, 1929) was a Democratic member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Pennsylvania.

John J. Casey was born in Wilkes-Barre Township, Pennsylvania. He was an early union organizer and a member of the Pennsylvania State House of Representatives from 1907 to 1909.

Read more about John J. Casey:  Early Life, Union Organizer and U.S. Congressman, Death and Legacy, Personal Life

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