James A. Jewell
James A. Jewell | |
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| Member of the Board of General Appraisers | |
| In office July 17, 1890 – (approximately July 15, 1903 to August 12, 1903) | |
| Appointed by | Benjamin Harrison |
| Preceded by | Board created |
| Succeeded by | Charles Paul McClelland |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Unknown |
| Died | February 3, 1912 |
| Profession | Appraiser |
James A. Jewell (date of birth unknown - February 3, 1912) was a Member of the Board of General Appraisers.
Biography
Jewell's date and place of birth are unknown. He served as a Lieutenant Colonel of the New York Volunteers for the United States Army from 1862 to 1865. He served as Chief of Special Agents in the United States Department of the Treasury in New York City and Boston, Massachusetts from 1885 to 1889 and served as a Special Agent from 1889 to 1890.[1]
Federal Judicial Service
On July 2, 1890, President Harrison nominated Jewell to serve as a Member of the newly created Board of General Appraisers. He was confirmed by the Senate on July 16, 1890 and received his commission the following day. He served on the board until his resignation which occurred approximately between July 15, 1903, and August 12, 1903. He was succeeded on the board by Judge Charles Paul McClelland.[2]
Death
Jewell died on February 3, 1912.[3]
References
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