William J. Samford

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William James Samford
31st Governor of Alabama
In office December 1, 1900 – June 11, 1901
Lieutenant	William D. Jelks
Preceded by	Joseph F. Johnston
Succeeded by	William D. Jelks
Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Alabama's 3rd district
In office March 4, 1879 – March 3, 1881
Preceded by	Jeremiah N. Williams
Succeeded by	William C. Oates
Personal details
Born	September 16, 1844 Greenville, Georgia, U.S.
Died	June 11, 1901 (aged 56) Tuscaloosa, Alabama
Political party	Democratic
Spouse	Caroline Elizabeth Drake
Profession	Lawyer

William James Samford (September 16, 1844 – June 11, 1901) was an American attorney and politician who served as the 31st Governor of Alabama and in the United States House of Representatives.