Background
Pemberton, James was born on September 6, 1723 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States. Son of Israel and Rachel (Read) Pemberton.
Pemberton, James was born on September 6, 1723 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States. Son of Israel and Rachel (Read) Pemberton.
Made fortune in Philadelphia mere.
Member Meeting for Sufferings (executive body of Society of Friends), 1756-1808. Member, financial supporter Friendly Association for Regaining and Preserving Peace with the Indians by Pacific Measures. Member board of managers Pennsylvania Hospital, Philadelphia, 1751-1772, secretary, 1759-1772.
Member Pennsylvania Assembly, 1750-1756, 65-69.
Married Hannah Lloyd, October 15, 1751. Married second, Sarah Smith, March 22, 1768.