Ogden L. Mills

American politician, Secretary of the Treasury

Ogden L. Mills - American politician, Secretary of the Treasury
Born

August 23rd, 1884
140 years ago

Died

1937
88 years ago — 53 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

United States

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Served as the 50th United States Secretary of the Treasury from 1925 to 1926. Practiced law and worked in various public offices throughout a political career. Held the position of U.S. Congressman representing New York. Contributed to significant financial legislation during tenure as Secretary of the Treasury.

Served as 50th U.S. Secretary of the Treasury

Represented New York in the U.S. House of Representatives

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