Walter B. Langley
Walter Bernard Langley (April 7, 1921 – September 3, 1976) was an American lawyer and politician from New York.
Life
He was born on April 7, 1921, in Amsterdam, Montgomery County, New York. There he attended St. Mary's Institute. He graduated B.B.A. from Niagara University in 1943.[1] During World War II, he served as a first lieutenant in the U.S. Army. He graduated from New York University School of Law, was admitted to the bar, practiced law in Albany, and entered politics as a Republican. On May 23, 1964, he married Harriet Frances Shaughnessy,[2]
Langley was a member of the New York State Senate from 1969 to 1974, sitting in the 178th, 179th and 180th New York State Legislatures.
He died on September 3, 1976, at his home in Albany, New York.[3]
References
- ↑ New York Red Book (1970–1971; pg. 91)
- ↑ Brides in Today's Wedding Ceremonies; Langley—Shaughnessy in The Knickerbocker News, of Albany, on May 23, 1964
- ↑ Walter Langley Dies at 55; Former Senator in Albany in the New York Times on September 4, 1976 (subscription required)
| New York State Senate | ||
|---|---|---|
| Preceded by Julian B. Erway |
New York State Senate 40th District 1969–1972 |
Succeeded by Richard E. Schermerhorn |
| Preceded by Ronald B. Stafford |
New York State Senate 42nd District 1973–1974 |
Succeeded by Howard C. Nolan, Jr. |