James Wray Williams (October 8, 1792 – December 2, 1842) was a

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from

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. He served as a member of the Maryland House of Delegates in 1825 and from 1837 to 1839. He served as

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in 1839.

Early life

James Wray Williams was born on October 8, 1792. He completed preparatory studies.

Career

Williams served as a member of the Maryland House of Delegates, representing

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, in 1825 and from 1837 to 1839. He served as

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in 1839. Williams was elected as a

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to the 27th Congress and served from March 4, 1841, until his death.

Personal life

Williams died on December 2, 1842, at his home at the Prieshford farm, Deer Creek, Maryland. He was interred in the family cemetery on Prieshford farm.

References

1792 births 1842 deaths Speakers of the Maryland House of Delegates Democratic Party members of the United States House of Representatives from Maryland 19th-century members of the United States House of Representatives 19th-century members of the Maryland General Assembly {{Maryland-politician-stub