James Hall, an easterner of literary lineage, turned to the Ohio Valley of the 1830s for adventure, fortune, and subject matter. As editor of several publications in Illinois, he made his most lasting...
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James Hall was fortunate to be born into a well-to-do family that encouraged literary creativity. Hall's father, John, was secretary of the Pennsylvania land office and a U.S. marshal, while his mothe...
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Born into considerable wealth, Sir James Hall attended the Elin's Military Academy in Kensington and became a baron by age fifteen. He spent several years traveling and attending various universities,...
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James Hall
James Hall