John J. O'Connor (Brooklyn politician)

John J. O'Connor (June 14, 1855 – January 21, 1898) was an Irish-American politician.

John was born on June 14, 1855, in Ireland, immigrating to Brooklyn as a child.

[2] After graduating from St James' School, he was employed first as a bookkeeper and later as a wine merchant.

[1] In 1889, John was elected to the New York State Assembly, representing the Kings County 4th District.

[3] John was a member of the Catholic Benevolent Legion, the Knights of Columbus, and the Royal Arcanum.