Sir James William Blair, born at Coalfalls, Ipswich, was a politician, barrister and judge. He was admitted to the Bar on 6 March 1894 on the motion of Dr A H Boone. He became Attorney-General and a minister in government in 1903, becoming Chief Justice in 1925. After retiring from office in 1940, Sir James remained Lieut-Governor and Chancellor of the University.
From the description of OM74-86 Sir James William Blair Papers, 1894; 1912; 1940. (Libraries Australia). WorldCat record id: 755743688