Daniel F. Lafean (1851 – 1925) was an American businessman and Republican politician from Pennsylvania. He is most notable for serving a single term as a member of the United States House of Representatives, representing Pennsylvania’s 13th congressional district during the 60th Congress (1907–1909).
Early life and education
Lafean was born in 1851 in York, Pennsylvania. Details of his early education are not extensively documented in major reference works.
Business career
Before entering politics, Lafean was engaged in the brewing industry. He held leadership positions within local brewing enterprises, contributing to the economic development of York County.
Political career
In the 1906 election, Lafean was elected to the U.S. House of Representatives as a Republican. During his tenure, he served on several committees, though specific legislative initiatives associated with him are not prominently recorded in widely cited historical sources. He was defeated in his 1908 reelection bid and did not return to Congress thereafter.
After his congressional service, Lafean continued involvement in public affairs, including a stint as postmaster of York, Pennsylvania.
Personal life and death
Lafean remained a resident of York throughout his life. He died in 1925; the exact date and circumstances of his death are not detailed in major encyclopedic references.
Legacy
While not a nationally prominent figure, Daniel F. Lafean’s career exemplifies the involvement of local businessmen in early‑20th‑century American politics, particularly within Pennsylvania’s Republican establishment. His brief congressional service is recorded in the official archives of the United States Congress.
