John T. Barker - Missouri Lawyer - hardback 1949, Williamson, Millett
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John T. Barker - Missouri Lawyer - hardback 1949, Williamson, Millett. The book was inscribed by Hugh P. Williamson to Stephen J. Millett in 1949. Both were prominent attorneys. It is Barker's recollection of his career as an attorney in Missouri. The book has a total of 394 pages and is written in English. The product is a hardback book titled "Missouri Lawyer" by John T. Barker, published in 1949 by Dorrance and Company. It is Barker's recollection of his career as an attorney in Missouri. The book has a total of 394 pages and is written in English. This historical piece provides valuable insights and information about the legal profession in Missouri. "John T. Barker of Macon, Missouri, was attorney general of Missouri from 1913 to 1917, and waged an unsuccessful campaign for the Democratic nomination for governor in 1916. He returned to private law practice in 1917 and settled in Kansas City, Missouri, where he served as city counselor for several years. Barker served as special attorney for the state of Missouri in the fire insurance rate case from 1923 to 1934. He also served in the same capacity in Kentucky. He acted as a chief counsel for the defense in the Welch murder trial, 1943. Active in Democratic politics throughout his lifetime, he was appointed to a position on the U.S. attorney general’s staff by his close friend, Harry S. Truman." (Historical Society of Missouri) The book was inscribed by Hugh P. Williamson to Stephen J. Millett in 1949. Both were prominent attorneys. Free shipping.
