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James N. Robertson

1913 – 1990

American politician

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Lived 1913 – 1990 (aged 77). James N. Robertson was an American lawyer and politician.

James Nelson Robertson (May 24, 1913 – October 3, 1990) was an American politician from Pennsylvania who served as a Republican member of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives for Delaware County from 1949 to 1952.

Early life and education Robertson was born in Darby, Pennsylvania and graduated from Darby High School in 1928 and Mercersburg Academy in 1931. He received an A.B. in politics from Princeton University in 1935 after completing a senior thesis titled "A Pennsylvanian." He then received a LL.B. from the University of Pennsylvania in 1938. After graduation, he was accepted into the Delaware County Bar Association and began the practice of law in Media, Pennsylvania. He was not a candidate for reelection for the 1953 term.

He served as the recorder of deeds for Delaware County from 1980 to 1984 and as secretary treasurer of the Delaware County Industrial Development Authority at the time of his death.

Robertson died in West Chester, Pennsylvania and is interred at the Arlington National Cemetery in Arlington, Virginia.

Personal life Robertson was married to Jane Neumann Robertson and together they had two children.

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Education
University of Pennsylvania, Princeton University, Mercersburg Academy
Positions held
Member of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives
Also known as
James Nelson Robertson

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Frequently asked questions

Who was James N. Robertson?

American politician (1913-1990)

When was James N. Robertson born?

James N. Robertson was born on 24 May 1913 in Darby.

When did James N. Robertson die?

James N. Robertson died on 3 October 1990 in West Chester, Pennsylvania.

What was James N. Robertson's occupation?

James N. Robertson was a lawyer and politician.

What nationality was James N. Robertson?

James N. Robertson was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: James N. Robertson

· Wikidata: Q59156530

· DBpedia: James N. Robertson

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