Lord James
Subtitle: The Biography of James William Bayless
Publisher: 1stBooks
Published: 2003
Language: eng
Number of pages: 282
Subjects: James William Bayless, Sarah Zale, Jean Bayless, Inez Yeager Bayless, Roy Washington Bayless, Roy Junior Bayless, Martha May Davis, Wanda Louise Bayless, Donald Lee Bayless, Ary Bayless, John Bayless, Nola Bayless, Gertrude Bayless, Orville Yeager 
Description: <div><strong>Summary of <em>Lord James: The Biography of James William Bayless</em> by Sarah Zale (2003):</strong><br /></div><div><p>This biography chronicles the life of James William Bayless, born in 1921 in Browns Valley, Indiana. It portrays his upbringing during the Great Depression in a devout Baptist family, highlighting the hardships faced due to poverty, disease, and the early death of his father from tuberculosis. James’ story is one of resilience, framed by a strong work ethic, rural farm life, and the influence of a deeply religious mother. The narrative explores not only James' childhood and family dynamics but also the broader social and economic context of 20th-century America. The book presents him as a figure who embodied perseverance, personal discipline, and quiet leadership, eventually earning the nickname "Lord James" in reference to his dignified presence and later achievements.</p><p>James Bayless, Jean Bayless. Story about one of the leading executives of one of the larger Insurance organization in Oregon. He also was very active in Clatsop County and owned a home in Surfpines. He was an active member of the Astoria Golf and County Club and provided several full ride scholarships for Warrenton School for many years. Towards the end of his life these amounted to many thousands of dollars per year and helped numerous Warrenton students complete their college studies.<br /></p></div>