Whitaker Wright
James Whitaker Wright (9 February 1846 – 26 January 1904) was a company promoter and swindler, who committed suicide at the Royal Courts of Justice in London immediately following his conviction for fraud.
James Whitaker Wright | |
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Drawing of Whitaker Wright, 1904 | |
| Born | 9 February 1846 Stafford, England |
| Died | 26 January 1904 (aged 57) Royal Courts of Justice, Westminster, England |
| Cause of death | Suicide |
| Criminal status | convicted |
| Spouse | Anna Edith Weightman |
| Parent(s) | James Wright, Matilda Whitaker |
| Conviction(s) | 26 January 1904 |
| Criminal charge | Fraud |
| Penalty | seven years imprisonment |
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