James Genth

Early life

Born Jacob Scherer Genth on July 17, 1849, in Ardwick, Manchester, His father, known as Ferdinand, had arrived in England in 1842, the year after marrying Maria. Ferdinand traded as a Shipping Merchant operating out of Lancashire. By the age of 21, James was working as a commercial clerk in his father's firm.

Rugby union career

James Genth grew up in Fallowfield, Lancashire, now a suburb of Manchester. As such, he played his club rugby for Manchester. Genth made his winning international debut on February 23, 1874, He was a keen golfer as well. James Genth continued within his father's business and became a Shipping Merchant, residing in the family home in Burnage, Lancashire. By 1901 he had retired but still travelled extensively, describing himself as a gentleman. James had moved to London by 1921 and from 1921 was married to Rose Ellen. He died on 2 April 1926.