James La Fayette Cottrell

James La Fayette Cottrell (August 25, 1808 – September 7, 1885) was a U.S. Representative from Alabama. Born near King William, Virginia, Cottrell completed preparatory studies.He studied law.He was admitted to the bar in 1830 and commenced practice in Hayneville, Alabama.He served as member of the Alabama House of Representatives in 1834, 1836, and 1837.He served in the State senate 1838-1841, and was president of that body in 1840.

James La Fayette Cottrell

James La Fayette Cottrell (August 25, 1808 – September 7, 1885) was a U.S. Representative from Alabama. Born near King William, Virginia, Cottrell completed preparatory studies.He studied law.He was admitted to the bar in 1830 and commenced practice in Hayneville, Alabama.He served as member of the Alabama House of Representatives in 1834, 1836, and 1837.He served in the State senate 1838-1841, and was president of that body in 1840.