Julius Travis

Julius Curtis Travis (July 31, 1869 – March 11, 1961) was an American lawyer, politician, sports journalist, businessman, and judge who served as a justice of the Indiana Supreme Court from January 3, 1921 to January 3, 1933. Biography Early life, education, and career Travis was born in Pleasant Township, LaPorte County, Indiana. His grandfather, Curtis Travis (of English descent) was originally from Sleepy Hollow, New York before becoming an early settler of northern Indiana. Julius Travis's father, Wesley Travis, was a wealthy farmer in LaPorte County. Julius's mother, Rebecca Travis (née Brand) was originally from Schoharie County, New York. Julius Travis grew up on his family's farm and was educated at local schools in LaPorte County. In 1888, after graduating from LaPorte High School, Travis attended the University of Michigan (in Ann Arbor, Michigan), obtaining his B.A. and then, in 1894, his LL.B from the University of Michigan Law School. Travis was Manager of the school's varsity football and baseball teams. After graduating, he returned to LaPorte County.