Washington Irving Stineman

Washington Irving Stineman
Born	South Fork, Pennsylvania, U.S.
Died	September 29, 1947(1947-09-29) (aged 78) Johnstown, Pennsylvania, U.S.
Occupation(s)	Coal industry entrepreneur, politician, bank president
Years active	1893–1947
Known for	Pennsylvania state senator (1921–1924), president of South Fork National Bank

Washington Irving Stineman (August 23, 1869 – September 29, 1947) was a prominent Pennsylvania coal industry entrepreneur and politician. He represented the 35th district in the Pennsylvania Senate from 1921 until 1924.

Early life

Stineman was born in South Fork, Pennsylvania to Mary Eleanor (née Varner) and his father, state senator Jacob C. Stineman. He attended public schools locally before enrolling at Central Pennsylvania College, which he left during his second year.

Career

In 1893, Stineman helped establish the Stineman Coal and Coke Company, eventually assuming its management. He also served as treasurer for Stineman Brothers and held both director and treasurer positions at Euclid Coal and Coke Company.

As a Republican state senator, he participated on several influential committees such as appropriations, mines and mining, public roads and highways, and judicial apportionment, playing a role in shaping policies related to infrastructure and natural resources.

For over three decades, Stineman was president of South Fork National Bank and also headed the South Fork Fire Brick Company. Up until his passing, he led the Stineman Coal Mining Company, reinforcing his significant role within the local coal sector. His memberships included organizations like the Old Colony Club of New York and the Sunnehanna Country Club.

Personal life

In 1893, Stineman wed Nannie M. James from Ebensburg. The couple had two sons named James Calvin and Frank H.

He passed away from a heart attack on September 29, 1947, at his residence in Johnstown and was laid to rest in Lloyd Cemetery located in Ebensburg.