James E. Calkins

Background

Calkins, James E. was born on October 6, 1877 in Lowell, Indiana, United States. Son of James C. and Euphemia (Leach) Calkins.

Education

Bachelor of Laws, University of Georgia, 1901.

Career

Began practice of law at Fernandina, Florida, 1901. General counsel Florida Railroad Commission, 1919-1925. Captain Florida State Troops, 1904-1912.

Achievements

• James E. Calkins has been listed as a reputable lawyer by Marquis Who's Who.

Membership

Member Florida House of Representatives, 1906-1910. Member Florida State Senate, 1910-1926, president of Senate, 1919-1921, mayor of Fernandina, Florida, 1916-1920. Mason.; Clubs: Miami City.

Connections

Married Lucy Black Yerger, October 10, 1907.

Father:

James C. Calkins

Mother:

Euphemia (Leach) Calkins

Spouse:

Lucy Black Yerger