Brooks, James Byron, 1839-1914

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Dates

Existence: 1839 - 1914

Biography

Born in Rockingham, Vermont, a graduate from the Newbury Seminary, Dartmouth College and Albany Law School. Enlisted in the Union Army as a Private for three months, was Second Lieutenant Co. H, 4th Vermont. First Lieutenant Co. I, for two years on detached service as Signal Officer. Commissioned Captain Co. H, 6th Vermont and discharged from service for wounds received at Battle of the Wilderness. Practiced law in Syracuse since 1872. Was Dean of Syracuse University College of Law from its organization in 1895. Trustee of Syracuse University 29 years. President Y.M.C.A. 10 years, Trustee of University Church since 1875. A.D. 1914.

Found in 2 Collections and/or Records:

James Byron Brooks letter

Item 1

Identifier: Mss 865623.1

Mss 865623.1

Date(s): 1865-11-23

Scope and Contents

Two-page letter from James Byron Brooks in Putney, Vermont to Asa Dodge Smith, telling him that he wishes to be excused for the remainder of the present term and for the winter term.

James Byron Brooks letter

Item 1

Identifier: Mss 867455.1

Mss 867455.1

Date(s): 1867-08-05

Scope and Contents

Three-page letter from James Byron Brooks in West Brattleboro, Vermont to Asa Dodge Smith, asking to be excused during the fall term to teach. Mr. Littlefield will take his gymnastic class.