James Clay Rice

Biography

James Clay Rice was a resident of Albany who lived during the mid-nineteenth century, a period marked by rapid social, economic, and political transformation in New York. Born in 1829, he witnessed the growth of Albany as a commercial and governmental center.

Rice's life and legacy are preserved in the historical records of Albany, reflecting the contributions of those who lived through one of the most significant periods in American history. He was buried at Albany Rural Cemetery, a final resting place for many of the region's notable residents.