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Seth Low

(1850–1916) Politician

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Seth Low was a politician, best known for The problem of municipal government in the United States.

Quick Facts About Seth Low

Born
January 18, 1850
Died
September 17, 1916
Profession
Politician
Notable works
The problem of municipal government in the United States
Spouse
Mary Low

About Seth Low

Seth Low was an American public figure. He chronologically served as the 23rd mayor of Brooklyn from 1881 to 1885, the 11th president of Columbia University from 1890 to 1901, a diplomatic representative of the United States to the International Peace Conference at The Hague in 1899, and the 93rd mayor of New York City from 1902 to 1903. He was a leading municipal reformer fighting for efficiency during the Progressive Era.

Biography source: Wikipedia

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