James A. Gallagher

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James A. Gallagher (January 16, 1869 - December 8, 1957) was a Republican member of the United States House of Representatives from Pennsylvania.

James A. Gallagher was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He attended the public schools and Pierce Business College in Philadelphia.

He was elected to congress as a Republican in 1942. He was an unsuccessful candidate for reelection in 1944. He was elected to congress again in 1946. Finally, he was an unsuccessful candidate for renomination in 1948.

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Preceded by:
Harry C. Ransley
Member of the U.S. House of Representatives
from Pennsylvania's 1st congressional district

1943 - 1945
Succeeded by:
William A. Barrett
Preceded by:
William A. Barrett
Member of the U.S. House of Representatives
from Pennsylvania's 1st congressional district

1947 - 1949
Succeeded by:
William A. Barrett