Background
Odell, Benjamin Barker was born on January 14, 1854 in Newburgh, New York, United States. Son of Honorary Benjamin Barker and Ophelia (Bookstaver) Odell.
Odell, Benjamin Barker was born on January 14, 1854 in Newburgh, New York, United States. Son of Honorary Benjamin Barker and Ophelia (Bookstaver) Odell.
Student Bethany College, West Virginia, 1873, Columbia University, 1873-1875 (Doctor of Laws, 1903).
Engaged in banking and commercial enterprises at Newburgh and New York City. President, director Central-Hudson Steamboat Company, et cetera
Member Republican State Committee, 1884-1896. Member 54th and 55th Congresses (1895-1899), 17th New York District.
Married Estelle Crist, April. Married second, Mistress.