Joseph R. Lamar
A Georgia Democrat appointed by a Republican president who had known him from a single golf vacation. Cousin of Justice Lucius Lamar — one of two cousin pairs in Court history.
Associate Justice1911–1916Appointed by TaftJustice #64
Born October 14, 1857 · Ruckersville, GA
Died January 2, 1916 · Washington, D.C.
Buried Summerville Cemetery, Augusta, GA
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