Background
Curry, John F. was born on November 23, 1873 in Anghantrea, County Fermanagh, Ireland. Son of Michael and Ann J. (McManus) Curry.
insurance company executive leader Tammany Hall
Curry, John F. was born on November 23, 1873 in Anghantrea, County Fermanagh, Ireland. Son of Michael and Ann J. (McManus) Curry.
Brought with parents to New York City in infancy. Educated public schools. Doctor of Laws from Mount St. Mary’s College, Maryland., 1930.
Began with Western Union Telegraph Company, later with Union Stock Yard & Market Company. Head of John F. Curry Agency, Inc. (insurance), since 1910.
Appointed financial clerk under city paymaster, 1899. Member of New York Assembly 2 terms, 1903, 04. Member Executive Committee Tammany Hall, 1905-1929.
Commissioner of records, surrogate’s court, 1911-1929. Head of Tammany Hall, April 1929-April 1934. Sachem Tammany Society Knights of Columbus.
Member: Red Men; Knights of Columbus. Elks. Clubs: Manhattan. New York Athletic. Lakeville Golf.
Married Mary Frances McKiernan, June 14, 1906. Children: Veronica, John Francis, Francis Richard, Robert Emmet, Bernard.