Oliver Payne Bolton

Republican Representative of Ohio's 11th district

Congresses Served

House Terms

January 1, 1917 (55 years old)

Birthday

January 1, 1972

Death

Served in the United States House of Representatives for two non-consecutive terms.
First mother and son duo to serve simultaneously in Congress.
Comes from a politically active family with both parents having served in Congress.
Graduated from prestigious institutions, including Harvard University and Case Western Reserve University School of Law.
Served in the military during World War II, specifically in the Pacific Theater.
Held leadership roles in the Ohio Young Republicans and was a national committeeman.
Worked as a newspaper publisher before entering politics.
After his congressional career, he served as the director of commerce for Ohio.
Transitioned to the investment banking sector after leaving politics.
Died of heart failure at the age of 55.