James E. Bailey facts for kids
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James Edmund Bailey
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| United States Senator from Tennessee |
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| In office January 19, 1877 – March 3, 1881 |
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| Preceded by | David M. Key |
| Succeeded by | Howell E. Jackson |
| Member of the Tennessee House of Representatives | |
| In office 1853 |
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| Born | August 15, 1822 Montgomery County, Tennessee |
| Died | December 29, 1885 (aged 63) Clarksville, Tennessee |
| Political party | Democratic |
James Edmund Bailey (born August 15, 1822 – died December 29, 1885) was an important American politician. He served as a U.S. Senator for the state of Tennessee. A Senator helps make laws for the entire country. He was a member of the Democratic Party.
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Early Life and School Days
James Edmund Bailey was born in Montgomery County, Tennessee. This was on August 15, 1822.
He went to school at the Clarksville Academy. Later, he studied at the University of Nashville.
His Career and Public Service
After finishing school, James Bailey studied law. He became a lawyer in 1843. He started his law practice in Clarksville, Tennessee.
In 1853, he was chosen to be a member of the Tennessee House of Representatives. This is a group of people who make laws for the state of Tennessee. At that time, he was part of the Whig Party.
During the Civil War, James Bailey joined the Confederate Army. He was a colonel in the 49th Tennessee Regiment.
Later, in 1874, the governor of Tennessee, John C. Brown, asked him to join a special court. This court was called the Court of Arbitration.
Becoming a U.S. Senator
James Bailey was elected as a U.S. Senator in 1877. He was chosen by the Tennessee General Assembly. He took over the Senate seat that used to belong to Andrew Johnson.
He served as a Senator from January 19, 1877, until March 4, 1881. During his time in the Senate, he led a group called the Senate Committee on Education and Labor. This committee worked on issues related to schools and jobs.
After his term ended, he tried to be re-elected but was not successful. He then went back to being a lawyer in Clarksville.
Later Life and Passing
James Edmund Bailey passed away in Clarksville on December 29, 1885. He was buried in Greenwood Cemetery in Clarksville.
