James A. Baker Jr.

James A. Baker Jr.
Born(1892-11-03)November 3, 1892
DiedMay 21, 1973(1973-05-21) (aged 80)
EducationThe Hill School, Princeton University, University of Texas Law School
Occupation(s)Attorney and developer
Known forBaker Botts
Notable workBroadacres subdivision, Houston, Texas
SpouseBonner Means (m. August 4, 1917)
ChildrenJames Addison Baker III
Bonner Means Baker
Parent(s)James A. Baker
Alice Graham Baker
Military career
AllegianceAllied Powers
Service / branchUnited States Army
Years of service1918–1919
RankCaptain
Unit359th Regiment, 90th Division
Battles / warsWorld War I: St. Mihiel, Verdun

James Addison Baker Jr. (November 3, 1892 – May 21, 1973) was an American attorney,[1] banker, real estate developer, and United States Army officer from Houston, Texas. He was the third in a succession of men named James Addison Baker, all of whom were attorneys for Baker Botts or its antecedents.[2][3] His son is James Addison Baker III, former United States Secretary of State.[3]

  1. ^ "Guide to the Baker Family papers, 1853-1971 MS 040". Texas Archival Resources Online. Retrieved August 8, 2018.
  2. ^ Lipartito and Pratt (1991), pp. 2–3.
  3. ^ a b Gwynne, S. C. (December 2003). "James Baker Forever". Texas Monthly. Retrieved August 17, 2018.