Ira C. Copley
Ira C. Copley | |
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Copley, 1905–1945 | |
| Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Illinois's 11th district | |
| In office March 4, 1911 – March 3, 1923 | |
| Preceded by | Howard M. Snapp |
| Succeeded by | Frank R. Reid |
| Personal details | |
| Born | October 25, 1864 Copley Township, Knox County, Illinois, US |
| Died | November 2, 1947 (aged 83) Aurora, Illinois, US |
| Political party | Republican Progressive (1915–1917) |
| Spouse(s) | Edith Straker (1892–1929) Chloe (Davidson) Warley (1931–1947) |
| Relations | Richard H. Whiting (uncle) |
| Children | James S. and William (both adopted) |
| Residence(s) | Aurora, Illinois |
| Alma mater | Yale College Union College of Law |
| Occupation | Publisher and utilities magnate |
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Ira Clifton Copley (October 25, 1864 – November 2, 1947) was an American publisher, politician, and utility tycoon. From 1911 to 1923, he served 6 consecutive terms in the U.S. House of Representatives