The New York Times, The New York Times (1915)
“ James W. Boyle. James W. Boyle, formerly Tammany leader in the old Seventh Assembly District and active in politics for thirty-five years, died yesterday at his home, 3,810 Broadway, in his seventy-second year. He was born here, and entered the oyster business at the age of 17, finally becoming one of the largest wholesale and retail dealers in this country. In the early days of Tammany Hall he was an active member and remained so until the organization of the County Democracy. During Mayor Van Wyck's administration Mr. Boyle was Vice President of the New East River Bridge Commission. ”
