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James Harper, American publisher and politician, 65th Mayor of New York City (born 1795)

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James Harper (publisher)

American publisher and politician (1795–1869)

James Harper was an American publisher and politician. Along with his brother John, Harper formed publishing company J. & J. Harper in 1817. He incorporated his brothers Joseph and Fletcher into the company in 1825, changing its name to Harper & Brothers.
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Mayor of New York City

Chief executive of New York City

The mayor of New York City, officially mayor of the City of New York, is head of the executive branch of the government of New York City and the chief executive of New York City. The mayor's office administers all city services, public property, police and fire protection, and…
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