James Barney Wescott

Background

Wescott, James Barney was born on March 20, 1887 in Lacon, Illinois, United States. Son of William L. and Emily (Barney) Wescott.

Education

Bachelor of Laws, Northwestern University, 1909.

Career

Wife of Doctor James B. Hurd). Admitted to Illinois bar, 1909, since practiced law, Chicago. Partner Miller, Gorham, Wescott & Adams.

Director Diamond T Motor Car Company, Acme Aluminum Foundry Company, 1900 Lake Shore Doctor Building Corporation Assistant counsel Emergency Fleet Corporation, United States Shipping Board, 1918. Member of advisory board to Department of Insurance of Illinois, since 1955.

Membership

Member American, Illinois, Chicago bar associations, S.A.R., Phi Kappa Psi. Clubs: Chicago, Midday, Post and Paddock (Chicago).

Connections

Married Mary Hotchkiss, August 26, 1913.

Father:

William L. Wescott

Mother:

Emily (Barney) Wescott

Spouse:

Mary Hotchkiss