Oscar Solomon Straus

Oscar Solomon Straus (1850–1926) was an American judge, lawyer and writer.

Also recorded as Oscar S. Straus.

Oscar Solomon Straus in brief

Born
1850
Died
1926
Known for
judge, lawyer, writer and ambassador
Place of birth
Otterberg
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Overview

Born at Otterberg in 1850, died at New York City in 1926.

In detail

Oscar Solomon Straus studied at Columbia University, Columbia Law School and Columbia Grammar & Preparatory School.

Positions recorded include United States Secretary of Commerce and Labor and ambassador. Membership is recorded of Hellenic Philological Society of Constantinople and American Philosophical Society.

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    Wikidata, structured authority record Q554988: Oscar Solomon Straus

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