Background
Adam, James Noble was born on March 1, 1842 in Peebles, Scotland. Son of Thomas and Isabella (Borthwick) Adam.
Adam, James Noble was born on March 1, 1842 in Peebles, Scotland. Son of Thomas and Isabella (Borthwick) Adam.
Educated parochial schools, Scotland. Apprenticed to business, Edinburgh, 1854-1864. Engaged in business there, 1865-1872.
Came to the United States, 1872. Engaged in business, New Haven, Connecticut, 1874-1881, Buffalo, since 1881. Was alderman and councilman of Buffalo, mayor, 1906-1909.
Married Margaret L. Paterson, of Edinburgh, January 9, 1872 (deceased).