James O. Durham

James O. Durham
Durham in a 1903 newspaper
Member of the Maryland House of Delegates
from the 3rd district
In office
1904–1906
Serving with Charles J. Bouchet, James A. Dawkins, Charles W. Grant, J. Charles Linthicum, George W. Moore
Preceded byNew district
Succeeded byCharles J. Bouchet, James A. Dawkins, Harry E. Banks, Frederick T. Dorton, Martin Lehmayer, T. Leigh Marriott
Personal details
Born(1864-10-15)October 15, 1864
PartyDemocratic
Children1
Occupation
  • Politician
  • plumber
  • steel worker

James O. Durham (born October 15, 1864) was an American politician from Maryland. He served in the Maryland House of Delegates from 1904 to 1906.

Early life

James O. Durham was born on October 15, 1864, in Baltimore County, Maryland, to John L. Durham. His father was a miller.[1][2] He attended public schools.[2]

Career

Durham worked as a plumber and gas fitter on Frederick Road in Baltimore. He was also a steel worker.[1][2]

Durham was a Democrat. He served in the Maryland House of Delegates, representing the 3rd district, from 1904 to 1906.[3]

Personal life

Durham married. They had one daughter.[1] He lived on Millington Avenue in Baltimore.[1]

References

  1. 1 2 3 4 "Sketches of Members of House of Delegates" (PDF). Maryland State Archives. Retrieved June 8, 2026.
  2. 1 2 3 "Three Aspirants for Political Honors". The Baltimore Sun. August 7, 1903. p. 12. Retrieved June 8, 2026 – via Newspapers.com.Open access icon
  3. ↑ "Historical List – House of Delegates, Baltimore City (1904-1922)". Maryland Manual On-Line. Maryland State Archives. March 8, 2011. Retrieved June 8, 2026.
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