James B. Metcalfe

James Bard Metcalfe (January 15, 1846 July 9, 1924) was an American lawyer and politician in Seattle, Washington who served as the first Attorney General of Washington.

James Bard Metcalfe
1st Attorney General of Washington
In office
December 7, 1887  November 11, 1889
GovernorEugene Semple
Preceded byOffice established
Succeeded byWilliam C. Jones
Personal details
Born(1846-01-15)January 15, 1846
Adams County, Mississippi, U.S.
DiedJuly 9, 1924(1924-07-09) (aged 78)
Kitsap County, Washington, U.S.
Political partyDemocratic
SpouseLouise Boarman
ChildrenTom Metcalfe; Vernon Metcalfe
ProfessionLawyer, banker
Military service
AllegianceConfederate States of America
Branch/serviceConfederate States Army
Unit10th Mississippi Cavalry
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