John P. Harris
John P. Harris | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Pennsylvania Senate from the 45th District | |
| In office 1922–1926 | |
| Preceded by | Norman Whitten |
| Succeeded by | Frank Joseph Harris |
| Personal details | |
| Born | John Paul Harris December 4, 1871 |
| Died | January 26, 1926 (aged 54) Pennsylvania State Capitol Harrisburg, Pennsylvania |
| Nationality | American |
| Political party | Republican |
| Children | 4 (including John H. Harris) |
| Profession | Movie theater owner |
John Paul Harris (December 4, 1871 – January 26, 1926) was a Pittsburgh businessman and politician who opened the world's first theater devoted entirely to showing Motion pictures.