James Henry Wright

James Henry Wright (c. August 13, 1838  January 17, 1905) was an American jurist and politician. Following his service in the Confederate States Army during the American Civil War, Wright became an attorney in Missouri where he served as mayor of Carrollton and a member of the Missouri House of Representatives. Wright was appointed Chief Justice of the Arizona Territorial Supreme Court by President Grover Cleveland. He served for three years before being removed from the bench by President Benjamin Harrison.

James Henry Wright
Chief Justice, Arizona Territorial Supreme Court
In office
March 19, 1887  May 7, 1890
Nominated byGrover Cleveland
Preceded byJohn C. Shields
Succeeded byHenry C. Gooding
Personal details
Born(1838-08-13)August 13, 1838
Franklin County, Kentucky
DiedJanuary 17, 1905(1905-01-17) (aged 66)
Prescott, Arizona Territory
Political partyDemocratic
ProfessionAttorney
Military career
Allegiance Confederate States
Service/branch Confederate Army
Rank Captain
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