James F. Oyster
American politician / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
James Frederick Oyster (February 14, 1851 – May 19, 1925) was a member of the District of Columbia Board of Commissioners, president of the DC Board of Education and merchant. During his time as a commissioner, Oyster helped enforce Prohibition and gambling laws in the District of Columbia and worked to remedy traffic issues in the city by establishing one-lane streets and block signal traffic lights.
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James Frederick Oyster | |
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Member of the District of Columbia Board of Commissioners | |
In office March 21, 1921 – May 19, 1925 | |
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Born | (1851-02-14)February 14, 1851 Washington, D.C., U.S. |
Died | May 19, 1925(1925-05-19) (aged 74) |
Resting place | Oak Hill Cemetery Washington, D.C., U.S. |
Children | 2 |
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