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James J. Spelman - Place of Birth, Date of Birth, Age, Wiki, Facts, Net Worth, Birthday, Biography and Family
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About James J. Spelman
- James J.
- Spelman (January 18, 1841 - June 25, 1894) was a journalist and politician in New York and Mississippi.
- His early career was as a journalist and a stage performer and manager in New York City.
- During the American Civil War (1861-1865), Spelman helped encourage the use of African-American soldiers, and once they were allowed, helped to recruit.
- After the war, he moved to Mississippi where he continued his work as a journalist and served for six years in the state legislature.
