Austin Milton Kennedy

Austin Milton Kennedy (1866 - 1914) was an American lawmaker who served as the Speaker of the Texas House of Representatives during the 31st Texas Legislature.

Early life and education

Kennedy was born in Alabama on July 16, 1866. He moved to Texas with his parents in 1870, settling in Limestone County. He had little formal education but contributed to articles in local newspapers and apprenticed as a printer in his younger years.

Career

Kennedy began a career in journalism in 1887 when he founded the Mexia Domocrat. He was editor of the paper for five years before purchasing an interest in the Waco Daily Day. He resigned his position as Speaker in 1909 after a resolution accusing him of improper spending, but maintained his seat in the House until he died in 1914.

Personal life

Kennedy died on July 19, 1914 in Kerrville, Texas.