Daniel Barlow Gorham was born Daniel August Gorham. His father died when he was nine, and an uncle, Dr. Daniel Barlow Gorham, greatly influenced him. Gorham subsequently changed his name to honor his uncle. He attended St. Joseph School in Bardstown, Ky., graduating in 1858. He then attended St. Louis University and law school in New Orleans. Soon after completing his degree, Gorham joined the Confederate Army and served throughout the war. Afterwards, he opened a law practice in Harrisonburg, La.
In 1874, he married Zoe Lombard and the couple had eight children. The family moved to Lake Charles, Calcasieu Parish, La. in 1885, and Gorham established a law practice there. He died in 1911.
From the description of Daniel Barlow Gorham diaries, 1856-1878 (bulk 1856-1859). (Louisiana State University). WorldCat record id: 256496893
