Alan James and T. Arthur Cottam, have which occupations in common?
Alan James Alan James (23 March 1890 – 30 December 1952) was an American film director and screenwriter. He directed 79 films between 1916 and 1943. He also wrote for 62 films between 1916 and 1951. He was born in Port Townsend, Washington and died in Hollywood, California.
Thomas Shadrach James Thomas Shadrach James (1 September 1859 – 9 January 1946) was a Methodist lay preacher, linguist and herbalist. However, it was as a teacher, first at Maloga Aboriginal Mission and later at Cummeragunja, that he is remembered in history. Through this role, he equipped and influenced generations of Aboriginal activists, including Margaret Tucker, Pastor Doug Nicholls, George Patten, Jack Patten, William Cooper and Bill Onus.