Isham F. Norris

Isham Franklin Norris (October 15, 1851 – September 23, 1928), commonly known as Isaac Norris, was a businessman and politician who first came to prominence in Memphis, Tennessee, later moving to Oklahoma Territory and then to Seattle, Washington. He served one term in the Tennessee House of Representatives for the 42nd General Assembly (1881–1882). He was African American.[1]

Ishan (Isaac) Franklin Norris
Tennessee House of Representatives
In office
1881–1882
Personal details
Born(1851-10-15)October 15, 1851
Montgomery, Alabama, U.S.
DiedSeptember 23, 1928(1928-09-23) (aged 76)
Seattle, Washington
Spouse(s)Stella R. Butler

See also

References
  1. "Isham (Isaac) Franklin Norris," This Honorable Body: African American Legislators in 19th Century Tennessee. Tennessee State Library and Archives.
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