James A. Baker Jr.

For other people named James Baker, see James Baker (disambiguation).
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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
OccupationsAttorney 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
BranchUnited States Army
Service years1918–1919
RankCaptain
Unit359th Regiment, 90th Division
ConflictsWorld War I: St. Mihiel, Verdun

James Addison Baker Jr. (November 3, 1892 – May 21, 1973) was an American attorney, 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. His son is James Addison Baker III, former United States Secretary of State.

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