james john walker

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known as Jimmy Walker born June 19, 1881, New York, N.Y., U.S. died Nov. 18, 1946, New York City U.S. politician. He entered politics after graduating from New York Law School, becoming a member of the Assembly (1909) and then of the State Senate (1914). Backed by Gov. Alfred E. Smith and Tammany Hall, he was elected mayor (1925-32). A popular figure known for his charm and wit but particularly for his enthusiastic participation in the high life typical of the era, he made improvements in sanitation, hospitals, and subways. In 1931 the state legislature, investigating the city's affairs, charged Walker with corruption; he resigned in 1932
james john walker

    Hyphenation

    James John Walk·er

    Turkish pronunciation

    ceymz cän wôkır

    Pronunciation

    /ˈʤāmz ˈʤän ˈwôkər/ /ˈʤeɪmz ˈʤɑːn ˈwɔːkɜr/
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