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James B. Metcalfe
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James Bard Metcalfe (January 15, 1846 ā July 9, 1924) was an American lawyer and politician in Seattle, Washington who served as the first Attorney General of Washington.
Quick Facts 1st Attorney General of Washington, Governor ...
James Bard Metcalfe | |
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1st Attorney General of Washington | |
In office December 7, 1887 ā November 11, 1889 | |
Governor | Eugene Semple |
Preceded by | Office established |
Succeeded by | William C. Jones |
Personal details | |
Born | (1846-01-15)January 15, 1846 Adams County, Mississippi, U.S. |
Died | July 9, 1924(1924-07-09) (aged 78) Kitsap County, Washington, U.S. |
Political party | Democratic |
Spouse | Louise Boarman |
Children | Tom Metcalfe; Vernon Metcalfe |
Profession | Lawyer, banker |
Military service | |
Allegiance | Confederate States of America |
Branch/service | Confederate States Army |
Unit | 10th Mississippi Cavalry |
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