John Curtin (American politician)
John B. Curtin | |
|---|---|
 Curtin c. 1913 | |
| Member of the California Senate from the 12th district | |
| In office January 2, 1899 – January 4, 1915 | |
| Preceded by | John Henry Shine |
| Succeeded by | Lafayette Jackson Maddux |
| District Attorney of Tuolumne County | |
| In office 1892–1898 | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | May 15, 1867 Gold Springs, California, U.S. |
| Died | May 18, 1925 (aged 58) Sonora, California, U.S. |
| Party | Democratic |
| Spouse | Lucy A. Shaw |
| Children | 1 |
| Occupation | Attorney |
John Barry Curtin (May 15, 1867 – May 18, 1925) was an American attorney and politician who served in the California State Senate representing the 12th district from 1899 to 1915.[1] In 1914, he was the Democratic nominee for Governor of California, but lost to incumbent Hiram Johnson.
Curtin was a supporter of the Irish Home Rule movement, delivering a speech in the State Senate congratulating the Irish people following the passage of the Government of Ireland Act 1914.[2]
References
- ^ "Join California - John Barry Curtin". joincalifornia.com.
- ^ Curtin, John Barry (January 31, 1913). Irish Home Rule. Retrieved November 6, 2025.