Background
Rawle, James was born on November 15, 1842 in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, United States. Son of Francis William and Louisa (Hall) Rawle.
Rawle, James was born on November 15, 1842 in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, United States. Son of Francis William and Louisa (Hall) Rawle.
Brother of Francis R. Bachelor of Arts, University of Pennsylvania, 1861, Master of Arts, 1864.
Civ. engineer in construction Philadelphia & Erie Railroad, 1862-1865, and 2 years in its maintenance of way department. Became connected with The J. G. Brill Company, car builders, 1872, president, since 1906. Also director Central National Bank.
Manager Philadelphia Saving Fund Society Private to First lieutenant First Troop Philadelphia City Cavalry, 1881-1893.
Married Charlotte Collins Parker, November 29, 1871.