About James Booth, Sr.
Lived 1753 – 1828 (aged 74). James Booth, Sr. was an American judge.
James Booth Sr. (February 6, 1753 – February 3, 1828) was the Secretary of State of Delaware (1778-1799) and the Chief Justice of the Delaware Court of Common Pleas (1799-1828). His son James Booth Jr. would serve as Delaware's Chief Justice from 1841 until his death in 1855.
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Who was James Booth, Sr.?
Delaware judge (1753-1828)
When was James Booth, Sr. born?
James Booth, Sr. was born on 6 February 1753 in New Castle.
When did James Booth, Sr. die?
James Booth, Sr. died on 3 February 1828 in New Castle.
What was James Booth, Sr.'s occupation?
James Booth, Sr. was a judge.
What nationality was James Booth, Sr.?
James Booth, Sr. was American.
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