University of Nebraska College of Law - Yearbook (Lincoln, NE)

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3. PROFESSOR HENRY H. WILSON, Has been a member of the law faculty for a longer time than any other of the professors. Entered the University of Nebraska as student in 1873, and has received therefrom the degrees of B.Ph., A.lVI., and LL.lVl. Vtfas one of the first in the institution to receive the honor of Phi Beta Kappa. Has been in active practice in Lincoln since 1881, and is at present a member of the firm of Wilsoii Sz Brown. Has been connected with the College of Law as instructor since 1891. His class work is of an extremely practical nature, and he has not failed to impress on every student a serious regard for the dignity and profundity of our legal system. Principal subjects are torts, damages, insurance, and evidence. In addition to his work as instructor he has the conduct of a law business which is one of the most extensive in Lincoln. 4. PROFESSOR GEORGE P. COSTIGAN, IR. Born in Chicago, Illinois, July 19, 1870. Attended Harvard University and received the degree of A,B. magna cum laude in 1892, with honorable mention in several subjects and final honors in political science. In 1894 graduated from the Harvard Law School, receiving the LL.B. cum laude, and at the same time the A.M. degree in the University. W'as member of the Thayer Club and took part in the Hrst Harvard-Yale debate, 1892. Began practice Of law in Salt Lake City, with the firm of Zane Sz Zane, and later was member of the firm of Moyle, Zane Sz Costigan. This firm had a very large practice, but in 1899, in disgust of the social, political, and religious conditions in Utah, Mr. Costigan went to New York City. Malaria prevented his remaining in the metropolis, and in 1900 he removed to Denver, where with his brother he established a large practice, at the same time acting as professor of law in the Denver Law School. Was a gold-standard stuinp-speaker in 1896. Came to University of Nebraska in 1905 and has been demonstrating here what work really means. Is member of the American Bar Association, the Colorado Bar Association, and the American Economic Association. Has been a constant contributor to prominent legal reviews. Principal subjects are contracts, agency, mining, irrigation, and property. 5. ASSISTANT INSTRUCTOR JOHN J. LEDWVITH. Born at Lincoln, Nebraska, March 20, 1877. Graduated from the Lincoln high school, and in 1900 from the University, receiving the degree of B.Sc. In 1901 was awarded-a scholar- ship in political economy under Professor Taylor. Entered the College of Law and received the degree of LL.B. in 1903. Member of the Phi Kappa Psi, Phi Delta Phi fraternities, and the Innocents society. Mr. Ledwith officiates as assistant in the class in conveyancing, of which class he is to have complete charge next year. Assists as a reader and otherwise in a number of subjects in the department. Is now .a member of the firm of Berge, Morning 81 Ledwith, one of the busiest and most successful law firms in Lincoln. ' I0

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THE FACULTY DR. ROSCOE POUND. Dean of the College of Law. Born in Lincoln, Ne- braska, October 327, 1370. Received the degrees of AB., .-XM., and Ph.D. from the University of Nebraska in SS, 'S9 and '97 respectively. XVas chosen to Phi Beta Kappa and Sigma Xi honors. Attended lrlarvard Law School 'S9 and '90, Admitted to bar of Nebraska, 1590. Served on the Board of Examiners for admission to the bar. A director of the Botanical Survey of Nebraska since 1502. Served as commissioner on the supreme bench of the state, 1901-1903. Became Dean of the College of Law in 19023. Dr. Pound is an Associe Libre de l'Academie International de Geographic Botanique: Fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science, Member of the American Microscopical Society. ls secretary of the State Bar Association: a member of the local council of the American Bar Associationg a commissioner on Uniformity of State Legislationg was delegate to the Universal Congress of Lawyers and jurists, St. Louis, 1904, delegate to the Congress on Uniform Divorce Laws, XVashington, 1906, Has for many years been a prolilic contributor to magazines and reviews of arti- cles on botany and legal subjects. His vigorous and able direction of the College of Law during the past three years has been in keeping with his scholarly attainments. 1. PRoF1zssoR XVILLIAM GRANGER 1-I,xs'r1Ncs. Born at 'vVoodstock, Illi- nois, in 1S53. Received an A.B. at the Chicago University in 1886. XVas admitted to the bar in Nebraska in 1878. Held the ofiice of district judge in the seventh district of Nebraska for eight years, 1892-1900. Served as a commissioner of the supreme court, 1901-1904. ls the author of an extensive work upon the Police Power,-an essay for which, in 1900, Mr. Hastings was awarded a prize of 32,000 from the Henry M. Philipps Prize Essay Fund, by a commission of judges appointed by the American Philosophical Society. Has been professor in the Law School for two years, his principal subjects being constitutional law, equity, mortgages, and domestic relations. 2. PRoFEssoR GEORGE D. AYERS. Born in Boston, Massachusetts, August 26, 1857. In earliest youth Mr. Ayers made up his mind to be a lawyer, and, although no member of his family belonged to that profession, the determi- nation grew with him and moulded his maturing plans. Was educated at the Malden CMassachusettsj schools. Entered Harvard University and graduated with the class of 1879. Received the degree of LLB. cum, laude at Harvard Law School with the class of 1882, a class which included many names which have since become prominent. Wliile in college was a member of the Ames Club wand of the Gray Club, and clerk of the latter for two years. After graduation Mr. Ayers spent six months in the office of ex- Governor Gaston in Boston, and then entered into the active practice of law in that city. Came to Lincoln in 1905 and took up his duties as Professor of Law in the University. Principal subjects are pleading, bills and notes, partnership, corporations, and sales. 9

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BOARD OF EDITORS AND MANAGERS 1. CLAUDE A. DAVIS. Delta Upsilon, Phi Delta Phi, Theta Kappa Nu. Born at Mt. Vernon, Illinois, 1582. Home address, Lead, South Dakota. Has taken a prominent part in work of the Dramatic Club of the University. Is manager and has a part in the senior play, 15106. Editor-in-chief of YEAR BOOK. In competitive bibliography exam 1905, tied for Iirst place and re- ceived one of the prizes awarded. His work in the practice courts shows ability in power of analysis, clear and cogent methods of arranging facts and putting into few words the most involved and intricate legal problems. VVill practice in the XVest, where his success is assured. 2. GSCAR lkl.-XXXVELL BTEYER. Twenty-five years ago this thorough Lin- colnite alighted upon this earth. lndustry and ability were born in him. After graduating from the Lincoln high school, problems of the business world engaged his attention for a few years. Later he found time for the study of the law on the side. Everlasting fame and renown among his class- mates and the undying esteem and regard of the faculty were his after draw- ing the highest grade in code pleading. His attendance at fraternity parties as the representative of Beta Theta Pi shows his popularity. Phi Delta Phi also is proud of his name upon her rolls. Student member of the athletic board is another of his many honors. 3. JAMES A. CLARK. Phi Delta Phi, Theta Kappa Nu. Craig, Nebraska. B.Sc., Fremont Normal. A resident and citizen of Craig, where he was principal of the Craig high school for three years before taking up the study of law at the University of Nebraska. He has officiated as class secretary, judge of the court, and class president. His earnest, frank, and pleasing manner and his recognized intellectual ability, along with his many other sterling qualities, have won for him the highest respect of all. As a student and a man he has made a record of which he may well be proud. He will begin the practice of law at once, and success will reward his honest effort. 4. CHARLES M. ROLESON. Theta Kappa Nu. Acknowledges 'Wisner, Nebraska, as his birthplace and home town. XVas born many years ago and has been preparing himself ever since for the arduous duties of manager of the LAW XYEAR Boots. Is one of the magnates at the Co-Op. and high mogul in the real property intermittent question department. Never spends over forty-five minutes on a lesson, and always stands near the top of the class. VVatch him, please, he 's a genius, and will practice law when he leaves school. 5. ROSCOE C. OZMAN. Wliile a student of the Beatrice high school, of which he is a graduate, Ozman was a member of the debating squad and never lost a battle. Battles in the forum or on the gory fields were alike to him, for, prompted by a high sense of duty, he enlisted while yet a student in the Fighting First, and Went with it to the Philippines. There he re- mained for six years. A more steady, honest old soul it would be hard to find. He wins the good-will and respect of all with whom he comes in con- tact. Has done excellent service as assistant manager of this book. A prom- inent member of the Union society and of the Y. M. C. A. Expects to practice law. 6. CHARLES A. SAWYER. Alpha Theta Chi. Born in Lincoln, Nebraska, July 14, 1885, and has always lived in Lincoln. Graduate of the Lincoln high school. Will receive his bacl'1elor's degree next month. Is one of the leading members of the cast of the senior play. As manager of The Rus- sian Honeymoonn he conducted the troupe on several successful trips to nearby towns. Spends much of his time in his father's law office, and is known as one of the busiest men in the University. Will practice law. 11