Pinkney Houston Walker

Background

Walker, Pinkney Houston was born on June 18, 1815 in Adair County, Kentucky, United States. Son of Joseph G. and Martha (Scott) Walker.

Education

He studied law and was admitted to the Illinois bar in 1839.

Career

Born in Adair County, Kentucky, Walker moved to Rushville, Illinois where he worked in a general store as a clerk. Walker practiced law in Macomb, Illinois and then returned to Rushville, Illinois. In 1853, Walker served as an Illinois circuit court judge.

From 1858 until his death in 1885, Walker served on the Illinois Supreme Court and was the chief justice.

Walker died at his home in Rushville from a carbuncle on his neck.

Achievements

• Pinkney Houston Walker has been listed as a reputable jurist by Marquis Who's Who.

Connections

Married Susan McCrosky, June 2, 1840.

Father:

Joseph G. Walker

Mother:

Martha (Scott) Walker

Spouse:

Susan McCrosky