Boswell, H. James, "American Blue Book Western Washington," Seattle, Lowman 
and Hanford Co., 1922. p. 23		

POWELL, JOHN H.: There is no more universally respected and esteemed member of 
the Northwestern bar than John H. Powell, member of the firm of Peters & 
Powell, of Seattle.  Mr. Powell is a native of Illinois where he was born in 
1866.  His educational training was had in public schools, following which he 
attended the University of Michigan.  From this institution he graduated in 
1888 with the degree of A. B.   It was in 1890 that Mr Powell was admitted to 
the bar.  In 1897 he a was a member of the Washington State Legislature, 
serving with much credit to himself.  In 1899 he associated himself with W. A. 
Peters, forming the firm of Peters & Powell, which still exists, and is one of 
the oldest legal firms in  Seattle.  Mr. Powell's record in the practice of 
law is such that it can well be emulated, indicating as it does that success 
and honor are within the possibilities of attainment by all and that every 
difficulty may be readily overcome by determined and earnest effort.  His 
thorough training has formed the basis for continuous and substantial progress 
as a member of the Washington bar, and developed powers and talents which have 
proven effective elements in the organization and conduct of important banking 
enterprises.  He is leaving the impress of his individuality upon the legal 
history of the state, and is pre-eminently a man who is wielding a patent and 
beneficial influence.  In 1892 Mr. Powell was married to Miss Elizabeth 
Gastman, and they have five children, three boys and two girls.  Mr Powell is 
a member of the Rainer club, University club, is a Mason and holds membership 
in the county, state and national bar associations.


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