Background
Jackson, William Purnell was born on January 11, 1868 in Salisbury, Maryland, United States. Son of William Humphreys and Arabella (Humphreys) Jackson.
Jackson, William Purnell was born on January 11, 1868 in Salisbury, Maryland, United States. Son of William Humphreys and Arabella (Humphreys) Jackson.
Jackson attended the public schools of Wicomico County, Maryland .
Jackson attended Wilmington Conference Academy of Dover, Delaware.
Entered lumber manufacturing business, 1887, as partner E. E. Jackson & Company, firm dissolved, 1889. Then formed partnership with father, and in 1893, assisted in organizing Jackson Brothers Company, becoming president.
God created humans to be able to innovate and evaluate new forms of living that will encourage development of the fullest potential in individuals.
Pacifists should be honored because they do not allow us to become complacent about war and violence.
Christians should read the Bible as part of a faith community, and try to put themselves into the story of God's dealings with humanity.
Member Republican National Committee from Maryland., 1908-1932.
Married Sallie McCoombs, 1890 (died 1899). Married second, Katherine Shelmerdine, 1900.