William Ryan (53rd Congress)

William Ryan
Born	Template:Birth date County Tipperary, Ireland
Died	February 18, 1925(1925-02-18) (aged 84) Crescent City, Florida, U.S.
Occupation(s)	Entrepreneur, banker, politician
Years active	1859–1925
Known for	U.S. Representative from New York (1893–1895)

William Ryan (March 8, 1840 – February 18, 1925) was a prominent American entrepreneur and banker who represented New York as a U.S. Representative for a single term between 1893 and 1895.

Biography

Ryan was born in 1840 in County Tipperary, Ireland. He relocated to the United States in 1844, establishing residence in Stanwich, which is currently part of Greenwich, Connecticut. His early education took place in local schools, complemented by work on farms and experience as a schoolteacher. In 1859, he ventured westward to the Rocky Mountains region to engage in prospecting and mining activities until 1861, after which he settled in Port Chester, New York. Over time, Ryan achieved success as a farmer, businessman, and banker.

Political career

Affiliated with the Democratic Party, Ryan occupied various local positions including membership on the school board and served as Town Supervisor of Rye from 1883 through 1885. Between 1886 and 1889, he held the office of Undersheriff for Westchester County. Subsequently, he was elected to represent Westchester County's 2nd District in the New York State Assembly during the years 1891 and 1892.

Ryan secured election to the 53rd Congress, where he served from March 4, 1893, until March 3, 1895.

Later career

Following his congressional term, Ryan returned to his commercial pursuits. He took on the role of President at the Port Chester Savings Bank and managed an orange-producing ranch located in Florida. Additionally, he served as President of the Village of Port Chester.

Death and burial

William Ryan passed away on February 18, 1925, in Crescent City, Florida. His final resting place is St. Mary's Cemetery in Greenwich.