Arthur James (politician)

Arthur Horace James (July 14, 1883  April 27, 1973) was an American lawyer, politician, and judge. A Republican, he served as the 14th lieutenant governor (1927–1931) and the 31st governor (1939–1943) of Pennsylvania.

Arthur James
Photo used in James's 1938 campaign and 1939 inaugural mementoes
31st Governor of Pennsylvania
In office
January 17, 1939  January 19, 1943
LieutenantSamuel Lewis
Preceded byGeorge Earle
Succeeded byEdward Martin
14th Lieutenant Governor of Pennsylvania
In office
January 18, 1927  January 20, 1931
GovernorJohn Stuchell Fisher
Preceded byDavid J. Davis
Succeeded byEdward Shannon
Personal details
Born
Arthur Horace James

(1883-07-14)July 14, 1883
Plymouth, Pennsylvania
DiedApril 27, 1973(1973-04-27) (aged 89)
Plymouth, Pennsylvania
Political partyRepublican
Spouse(s)Ada Morris (1912–1935; her death)
Emily Radcliffe Case (1941-1973; his death)
Alma materDickinson School of Law
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