Background
Ryan, William Henry was born on May 10, 1860 in Hopkinton, Massachusetts, United States. Son of Patrick and Jane (Cleary) Ryan.
Ryan, William Henry was born on May 10, 1860 in Hopkinton, Massachusetts, United States. Son of Patrick and Jane (Cleary) Ryan.
Educated Buffalo, New York, High School.
Engaged in boot and shoe business, 1878. President Ryan & Cable, Inc., general insurance and bonding agts.
Member of the board supervisors, Erie County, New York, 1894-1899, chairman same, 1898. Member 56th to 60th Congresses (1899-1909). Member Democratic State Committee Chairman Buffalo Grade Crossing and Terminal Commission.
Member Buffalo Terminal Commission, New York State Council of Parks, Allegheny State Park Committee (chairman).
Married Ellen T. Cosgrove, September 19, 1887.