Jacob W. Wilkin | |
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| Justice of the Supreme Court of Illinois | |
| In office 1888–1907 | |
| Preceded by | John M. Scott |
| Succeeded by | Frank K. Dunn |
| Personal details | |
| Born | June 7, 1837 Licking County, Ohio, US |
| Died | April 3, 1907 (aged 69) Danville, Illinois, US |
| Political party | Republican |
| Spouses | Alice E. Constable
(m. 1865; died 1883)
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| Children | Harry O., John Scholfield, and Jessie Bell |
| Alma mater | McKendree College |
| Profession | Attorney, soldier |
| Military service | |
| Allegiance | United States |
| Branch/service | 130th Illinois Volunteer Infantry Regiment |
| Years of service | 1863-1865 |
| Rank | private, major |
| Unit | Illinois militia |
| Commands | Blackhawk War |
| Battles/wars | Vicksburg campaign, Battle of Fort Blakeley |
Jacob Wilson Wilkin (June 7, 1837 – April 3, 1907) was an American lawyer, soldier and judge, including nineteen years as a Justice (two as Chief Justice) of the Illinois Supreme Court.[1]
- ^ "Illinois Supreme Court Justices". Administrative Office of the Illinois Courts. Retrieved January 28, 2024.