James H. Higgins | |
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| 50th Governor of Rhode Island | |
| In office January 3, 1907 – January 5, 1909 | |
| Lieutenant | Frederick H. Jackson |
| Preceded by | George H. Utter |
| Succeeded by | Aram J. Pothier |
| Member of the Rhode Island House of Representatives | |
| In office 1901 | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | January 22, 1876 Lincoln, Rhode Island, U.S. |
| Died | September 16, 1927 (aged 51) Pawtucket, Rhode Island, U.S. |
| Resting place | St. Mary's Cemetery, Pawtucket, Rhode Island |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Spouse(s) | Ellen F. Maguire |
| Alma mater | Brown University, Georgetown University |
James H. Higgins was an American Democratic Party politician who served as governor of Rhode Island from 1907 to 1909. During his time as governor a number of labor laws were introduced.