James O. Maxwell May 11, 1917; Oregonian, p 6 "Baker Pioneer Passes" Baker, Or., May 10 James O. Maxwell, Baker county pioneer, died last night at his home near Haines after a brief illness. Mr. Maxwell was 64 years old and had lived in Baker County since he was 25 years old. He is survived by t10 children, all of whom were present at his death bed. Mr. Maxwell was born in Boone County, Missouri, and came West to California when 22 years old. He was an active member of the Baptist Church.