Background
Davis, Norah was born on October 20, 1878 in Huntsville, Alabama, United States. Daughter of Zebulon Pikeand Williametta (Eason) Davis.
Davis, Norah was born on October 20, 1878 in Huntsville, Alabama, United States. Daughter of Zebulon Pikeand Williametta (Eason) Davis.
Descendant of George Reade (member of her Majesty’s Council and secretary of state for province of Virginia) and in direct line from the famous Harry Hotspur and from 4 of the Magna Charta barons. Educated private tutors at home.
Taught in public schools, Alabama, Florida, Mississippi, Tennessee, Arkansas, 1893-1900. Became stenographer, newspaper writer and held several government positions. Deputy clerk United States District Court, northern district, Alabama, 1901.
Member of her Majesty’s Council and secretary