William P. Keady (April 1, 1852 – September 16, 1917) was an American politician who served in the Oregon House of Representatives. He was chosen to serve as Speaker of that body in 1885 and 1893.[1] He was first elected to the House to represent Benton County in 1882 and served until 1885. In 1892, he was elected once again to the House, this time to represent Multnomah County.[2]

W. P. Keady
Speaker of the Oregon House of Representatives
In office
1885
Preceded byGeorge W. McBride
Succeeded byJ. T. Gregg
In office
1893
Preceded byTheodore Thurston Geer
Succeeded byCharles B. Moores
Personal details
Born
William P. Keady

(1852-04-01)April 1, 1852
Washington County, Pennsylvania, U.S.
DiedSeptember 16, 1917(1917-09-16) (aged 65)
Portland, Oregon, U.S.
Political partyRepublican
SpouseJulia G. (Wilson) Crump
Children3
Professionbusinessman

References

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  1. ^ "Biennial Report of the Secretary of State of the State of Oregon to the ... Legislative Assembly ... For the Period". 1899.
  2. ^ Ritter, Charles F.; Wakelyn, Jon L. (1989). American Legislative Leaders, 1850-1910. ISBN 9780313239434.