James J. Spelman, Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Date of Death
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Date of Birth: 18-Jan-1841
Place of Birth: Norwich, Connecticut, United States
Date of Death: 25-May-1894
Profession: journalist
Zodiac Sign: Capricorn 
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.
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