James T. Norris

James T. Norris (March 27, 1861 – December 17, 1942) was an American politician from Maryland. He served as a member of the Maryland House of Delegates, representing Harford County, in 1922.

James T. Norris
Member of the Maryland House of Delegates
from the Harford County district
In office
1922–1922
Personal details
Born(1861-03-27)March 27, 1861
The Rocks, Harford County, Maryland, U.S.
DiedDecember 17, 1942(1942-12-17) (aged 81)
Abingdon, Maryland, U.S.
Resting placeUnion Chapel Cemetery
Political partyDemocratic
Spouse
M. Seleste Davis
(m. 1887)
Children1
Occupation
  • Politician
  • farmer

Early life

James T. Norris was born on March 27, 1861, near The Rocks in Harford County, Maryland. He was educated in public schools of Harford County.[1]

Career

Norris was a Democrat.[2] In 1909, he was elected as county commissioner and served in that role for 12 years. He was chairman of the board of commissioners for four years.[1] He served as a member of the Maryland House of Delegates, representing Harford County in 1922.[2]

He worked as a farmer for over 30 years.[1] He served as vice president and director of the Harford County Fair Association. He was director of the Commercial and Savings Bank.[1]

Personal life

Norris married M. Seleste Davis on March 16, 1887. They had one daughter, Mrs. Charles Elderdice. He was a member of Union Chapel for 65 years.[1]

Norris died on December 17, 1942, at his home in Abingdon. He was buried at Union Chapel Cemetery.[1]

References

  1. "Former Commissioner Dies At Abingdon Thursday: James T. Norris Prominent In Business Circles". The Aegis. December 25, 1942. p. 1. Retrieved August 31, 2023.open access
  2. "Historical List, House of Delegates, Harford County (1790-1974)". Maryland Manual On-Line. Maryland State Archives. April 30, 1999. Retrieved January 14, 2023.
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