Background
Porter, James Winters was born on June 16, 1887 in Humeston, Iowa, United States. Son of Harvey and Nevada (Ulm) Porter.
Porter, James Winters was born on June 16, 1887 in Humeston, Iowa, United States. Son of Harvey and Nevada (Ulm) Porter.
Bachelor of Laws, Drake University, 1910.
1 son, Gwinn Ulm. Admitted to Idaho bar, 1910, practiced in Twin Falls, 11910-37. District judge 11th Judicial District, 1937-1948. Justice Supreme Court of Idaho, since 1949, chief justice, 1953-1954, 54-59, 59-—.
Served with the Mexican Border Service, 1916-1917. Member American Legion (past post commander), Idaho State Bar Association. Clubs: Kiwanis, National “Doctorate.”.
Married Birdie Gwinn, September 25, 1910.