Thomas Slater Smith
American jurist and lawmaker from Texas
About Thomas Slater Smith
Thomas Slater Smith (1856–1901) was an American jurist from Texas. He was a member of the Texas Legislature where he served as the Speaker of the Texas House of Representatives. He was later elected as the Texas Attorney General.
Early life and education
Slater was born on July 6, 1856 in Mississippi. He attended Emory & Henry College, graduating in 1877.
Career
Slater began practicing law in Mississippi and served two terms as mayor of Tupelo, Mississippi. He moved to Hillsboro, Texas in 1884 and became the attorney for Hill County, Texas,
Slater was elected Texas Attorney General and took office in 1898.
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