Thomas Henry Ball

Democrat Representative of Texas's 8th district

Congresses Served

House Terms

January 14, 1859 (85 years old)

Birthday

May 7, 1944

Death

Served as a member of the United States House of Representatives for two congressional districts in Texas.
Held the position of mayor of Huntsville, Texas, for 15 years.
Co-founded a law firm in Houston that became significant in representing Texas railroad firms and New Deal agencies.
Actively involved in the Democratic Party of Texas, holding various leadership roles.
Ran unsuccessfully for the gubernatorial nomination on a prohibition platform, receiving endorsements from prominent political figures.
Advocated for the development of Texas port facilities during his congressional tenure and served as general counsel for the Port Commission of Houston.
Participated as a delegate in multiple Democratic National Conventions.
Instrumental in the establishment of a railroad route that led to the renaming of a town in his honor.