James (William F.) Papers, 1856-1966

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Summary

Title:
William F. James Papers
Dates:
1856-1966
Creators:
James, William F.
Abstract:
Extent:
.5 linear feet
Language:
Preferred citation:

William F. James Papers. History San Jose Research Library

Background

Scope and content:

These papers and photographs are a very small selection focused on his notable opinions, historical real estate transactions, and ephemera and photographs from the 1957 dedication of the William F. James Boys Ranch in Morgan Hill, California, part of the Santa Clara County Probation Department. See attached inventory.

Biographical / historical:

William F. James was born on October 16, 1875, to a pioneer family in San Jose. He began practicing law in 1896, forming a law firm with Louis Oneal, where he worked before and after his career as a judge. He was appointed to the Superior Court in 1933 by Governor James Rolph Jr., presiding over the Juvenile Court, and retired in 1963. He passed away from a heart attack at his home on the Stanford University campus on August 18, 1966.

Acquisition information:
The papers were donated to the San Jose Historical Museum in 1991 by Judge James' daughter.

About this collection guide

Collection Guide Author:
Finding aid created by History San Jose Research Library staff.
Date Prepared:
1856-1966
Date Encoded:
This finding aid was produced using Record Express for OAC5 on July 14, 2025, 2:55 p.m.

Access and use

Restrictions:

The collection is open to the public for research by appointment with the Curator of Library & Archives.

Terms of access:

Contact the Curator of Library & Archives regarding publication and reproduction.

Preferred citation:

William F. James Papers. History San Jose Research Library

Location of this collection:
1661 Senter Road
San Jose, CA 95112, US
Contact:
(408) 287-2290
research@historysanjose.org
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