Background
Barry, William Bernard was born in 1902 in Ireland. Son of Thomas J. and Catherine J. (Hennelly) Barry.
Barry, William Bernard was born in 1902 in Ireland. Son of Thomas J. and Catherine J. (Hennelly) Barry.
Bachelor of Commercial Science, New York University, 1925, Bachelor of Laws, 1929.
Came to the United States, 1907, naturalized through father becoming citizen, 1912. Admitted to New York bar, 1929, and practiced in New York City. Law clerk, 1926-1930.
Partner Keith, Wilson & Barry, 1930-1932. Assistant district attorney Queens County, New York, 1932-1933. Special United State Attorneys for Department of Justice, 1933-1935.
Elected to 74th Congress, November 5, 1935, 2d New York District, to fill vacancy caused by resignation of W. F. Brunner, reelected 75th to 78th Congresses (1937-1945), 2d New York District.
Member Queens County Democratic Executive Committee, 1930-1936. Member Delta Phi Epsilon, Theta Chi.
Married Emily B. La Mude, February 7, 1934. Children: Jane, Brian.
