James Booth Sr.

James Booth Sr. (February 6, 1753 – February 3, 1828) was the Secretary of State of Delaware (1778-1799) and the Chief Justice of the Delaware Court of Common Pleas (1799-1828).^[1] His son James Booth Jr. would serve as Delaware's Chief Justice from 1841 until his death in 1855.

Preceded byRichard Bassett

Born(1753-02-06)February 6, 1753

New Castle, Delaware, U.S.

DiedFebruary 3, 1828(1828-02-03) (aged 74)

New Castle, Delaware, U.S.

Resting placeImmanuel Church, New Castle, Delaware

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James Booth Sr.
Chief Justice of the Delaware Court of Common Pleas
Chief Justice of Delaware Supreme Court
In office 1799–1828
Preceded by	Richard Bassett
Personal details
Born	(1753-02-06)February 6, 1753 New Castle, Delaware, U.S.
Died	February 3, 1828(1828-02-03) (aged 74) New Castle, Delaware, U.S.
Resting place	Immanuel Church, New Castle, Delaware
Children	James Booth Jr.

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