James A. Wright (Wisconsin politician)

James A. Wright (June 17, 1873 – December 21, 1911) was an American businessman and politician from the U.S. state of Wisconsin. He was a member of the Wisconsin Senate, representing much of northern Wisconsin from 1905 until his death in 1911.

James A. Wright
Member of the Wisconsin Senate
from the 30th district
In office
January 2, 1905 – December 21, 1911 (death)
Preceded byDaniel E. Riordan
Succeeded byWillard T. Stevens
Personal details
Born(1873-06-17)June 17, 1873
Racine, Wisconsin, U.S.
DiedDecember 21, 1911(1911-12-21) (aged 38)
Merrill, Wisconsin, U.S.
Cause of deathTyphoid fever
Resting placeMound Cemetery, Racine
Political partyRepublican
Spousenone
Childrennone
OccupationBusinessman, politician

Biography

Born in Racine, Wisconsin, Wright moved with his family to Merrill, Wisconsin. He went to the Merrill public schools. Wright then went to Dixon Business College and the Northern Illinois State Normal School. He was involved with his family's lumber business in Merrill, Wisconsin: H. W. Wright Lumber Company. In 1904, Wright organized the Wisconsin Lumber Company in Littell, Washington. Wright was also involved with the banking business. From 1905 until his death in 1911, Wright served in the Wisconsin State Senate and was a Republican. Wright died of typhoid fever at his home in Merrill, Wisconsin.[1][2]

References
  1. Wisconsin Blue Book 1911, Biographical Sketch of James A, Wright, pg. 747-748
  2. "State Senator Wright Dies". Oshkosh Daily Northwestern. Merrill, Wisconsin. December 22, 1911. p. 15. Retrieved July 2, 2020 – via Newspapers.com.


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