LEGAL · TX · 1951-1986
Henry Wade
District Attorney · Dallas · Democrat · Texas
NOTABLE
On the record
36-year tenure; Roe v Wade defendant; prosecuted Jack Ruby
Background
Henry Wade served as District Attorney · Dallas of Dallas of Texas from 1951–1986 (35 years). Flagged as a notable historical figure by Officium's curation pass. Earliest occupant of this seat in Officium's records; succeeded by John Vance. Note: 36-year tenure; Roe v Wade defendant; prosecuted Jack Ruby. Same-year political environment (1951): Governor Allan Shivers.
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Others who held this office in Texas
- John Vance (1986-1995)