James Barry (Wisconsin politician)

For others of the same name, see James Barry.

James Barry was a member of the Wisconsin State Assembly.

Biography

Barry was born on March 17, 1812, in County Londonderry, Ireland.[1] He was a member of the United Presbyterian Church of North America. On January 22, 1836, he married Elizabeth Porter. Barry died on November 12, 1883.

Career

Barry was a member of the Wisconsin State Assembly during the 1879 session.[2] Other positions he held include chairman of the Town of Pepin and member of the Pepin County, Wisconsin Board of Supervisors. He was a Republican.

References

  1. ^ the Blue Book of the state of Wisconsin (18th ed.). Madison, Wis.: David Atwood. 1879. pp. 501–502.
  2. ^ Lawrence S. Barish, ed. (2007). State of Wisconsin Blue Book 2007 - 2008. p. 122.