James B. French (1857–1932) was a member of the Wisconsin State Assembly.

James B. French
Member of the Wisconsin State Assembly
In office
1911, 1919, 1921
Personal details
Born(1857-07-29)July 29, 1857
Alton, New Hampshire, US
DiedFebruary 11, 1932(1932-02-11) (aged 74)
Superior, Wisconsin, US
PartyRepublican
EducationUniversity of Iowa
OccupationLawyer

Biography

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French was born on July 29, 1857, in Alton, New Hampshire.[1] He graduated from the University of Iowa in 1882. In 1888, he settled in Superior, Wisconsin. French died there on February 11, 1932, and is interred in Superior.[2]

Career

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French was a member of the Assembly during the 1911, 1919 and 1921 sessions.[3] Additionally, he was Chairman of the Republican Committee of Douglas County, Wisconsin.

References

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  1. Hunter, Paul F., ed. (1919). Wisconsin Blue Book. Government of Wisconsin. p. 481. Retrieved November 21, 2025 via Google Books.
  2. "Superior Lawyer Dies". Green Bay Press-Gazette. Superior, Wisconsin. AP. February 11, 1932. p. 19. Retrieved November 21, 2025 via Newspapers.com.
  3. Wisconsin Blue Book 2007–2008. p. 139.