James Locy Hallock (January 25, 1823 – September 21, 1894) was an American carpenter, farmer, and politician. Born in Pittston, Pennsylvania, Hallock worked as a carpenter and for the railroad. In 1852, Hallock went to California and took part in the California Gold Rush. In 1855, Hallock and his wife settled in the town of Nelson, Buffalo County, Wisconsin. Hallock was a farmer and raised cattle and horses. Hallock served as chairman of the Nelson Town Board and on the Buffalo County Board of Supervisors. In 1870, Hallock served in the Wisconsin State Assembly and was a Republican. Notes External links 1823 births 1894 deaths People from Pittston, Pennsylvania People from Buffalo County, Wisconsin People of the California Gold Rush Farmers from Wisconsin County supervisors in Wisconsin Mayors of places in Wisconsin 19th-century American politicians Republican Party members of the Wisconsin State Assembly