James Curtis Cook

Background

Cook, James Curtis was born on September 5, 1896 in Fulton, Illinois, United States. Son of William E. and Ruby (Smith) Cook.

Education

Bachelor of Laws, Southeastern U., 1924; Master of Laws, Southeastern U., 1933.

Career

Government employee and official, Department of the Army, 1917-1992; deputy administrative assistant, Office Secretary of Army, 1941-1961; administrative assistant, Office Secretary of Army, 1961-1992.

Achievements

• James Curtis Cook has been listed as a noteworthy Government officia1939 by Marquis Who's Who.

Membership

With United States Marine Corps, 1918-1919. Member American Legion, District of Columbia Bar Association, Masons.

Connections

Married Laurel Dana, June 27, 1922.

Father:

William E. Cook

Mother:

Ruby (Smith) Cook

Spouse:

Laurel Dana