James Hugh Ward

James Hugh Ward (November 30, 1853 – August 15, 1916) was an American politician and lawyer. A Democrat, he was a member of the United States House of Representatives from Illinois. Born in Chicago, he served in the House from 1885 to 1887. Politically, he leaned liberal.

Biography Ward was born on November 30, 1853, in Chicago, the son of builder Hugh Ward. Educated at local public schools, he studied classics at the University of Notre Dame, then studied at the Pritzker School of Law, graduating in 1873 and June 1876, respectively. He spent 1874 in Europe. On July 4, 1876, he was admitted to the bar, after which he practiced law. He was a successful lawyer, primarily practicing in equity and probate courts.

Ward was a Democrat.

After serving in Congress, Ward returned to practicing law in Chicago. He entered a partnership with Robert B. Kirkland. On October 25, 1877, he married Agatha St. Clair; they had a son together, Hugh St. Clair Ward. The location of his papers is unknown.