Representative Addison Davis James

Addison Davis James (born February 27, 1849) was a Republican politician who represented Kentucky in the United States House of Representatives in the early twentieth century. Serving as a member of Congress from Kentucky’s 3rd District, he held office for a single term during a period of significant political and social change in the post-Reconstruction South.

James entered Congress as a Representative on December 2, 1907, and served until March 3, 1909. During this time, he was a member of the U.S. House of Representatives, identified in historical records as a former officeholder with the role of Representative. His tenure covered part of the 60th Congress, and he is noted as having served one term in federal office. While specific committee assignments, legislative initiatives, and additional biographical details are not provided in the available metadata, Addison Davis James is recognized as a historical member of Congress from Kentucky and is cataloged under the Biographical Directory of the United States Congress with the bioguide ID J000043.