James W. Birkett

James W. Birkett (July 13, 1841 – June 29, 1898) was an English-American manufacturer and politician.

Life Birkett was born on July 13, 1841, in Manchester, England. He immigrated to America with his parents when he was four.

Birkett initially lived in New York City, New York, but in 1854 he moved to Brooklyn. and 1891.

Birkett served on the Volunteer Fire Department and was a member of the Exempt Fireman's Association. He helped organize a local Freemason lodge and served as its president. He was also a member of the Masonic Veterans' Association, the Knights Templar, the Shriners, and an honorary member of the Grand Army of the Republic. He served as treasurer of Talmage's Tabernacle. He had a wife, two sons, and two daughters.

Birkett died at home on June 29, 1898. He was buried in Cypress Hills Cemetery.