James O. Law
American politician and merchant (1809–1847) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
James Owen Law (March 14, 1809 – June 6, 1847) was an American politician and merchant. He served as Mayor of Baltimore from 1843 to 1844.
Quick Facts 13th Mayor of Baltimore, Preceded by ...
James Owen Law | |
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13th Mayor of Baltimore | |
In office 1843–1844 | |
Preceded by | Solomon Hillen |
Succeeded by | Jacob G. Davies |
Personal details | |
Born | (1809-03-14)March 14, 1809 Baltimore, Maryland, U.S. |
Died | June 6, 1847(1847-06-06) (aged 38) Baltimore, Maryland, U.S. |
Resting place | Green Mount Cemetery Baltimore, Maryland, U.S. |
Political party | Whig |
Spouse |
Louisa Douglass (m. 1836) |
Relations | Jacob G. Davies (cousin) |
Children | 4 |
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Military service | |
Branch/service | Maryland Volunteers Infantry |
Rank | Major |
Unit | Fifty-third Regiment |
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