Robert Ewing Thomason
1879–1973 · Shelbyville, TN
Judicial Service
| Court | Title | Appointed By | Commissioned | Termination |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| U.S. District Court for the Western District of Texas | Judge | Harry S Truman (Democratic) | Jun 5, 1947 | Death, Nov 8, 1973 |
Education
- Southwestern University, B.S., 1898
- University of Texas School of Law, LL.B., 1900
Professional Career
Private practice, Gainesville, Texas, 1900-1902, 1906-1912; District attorney, Cooke County, Texas, 1902-1906; Private practice, El Paso, Texas, 1912-1931; State representative, Texas, 1917-1921; speaker, 1920-1921; Mayor, El Paso, Texas, 1927-1930; U.S. representative from Texas, 1931-1947