Background
Allred, James V. was born on March 29, 1899 in Bowie, Texas, United States. Son of Renne and Mary (Hinson) Allred.
Allred, James V. was born on March 29, 1899 in Bowie, Texas, United States. Son of Renne and Mary (Hinson) Allred.
Bachelor of Laws, Cumberland U., 1921.
Admitted to Texas bar, 1921, began practice at Wichita Falls, district attorney, 1923-1925. Attorney general of Texas, 2 terms, 1931-1935. Governor State of Texas, 1935-1939.
United States district judge, Southern District of Texas, 1939-1942. Engaged in practice of law. United States district judge, Southern District Texas, since 1951.
Served United States Navy, World War. Member American Legion. Member Disciples of Christ Church.
Mason (32°, Shriner, Kansas City.C.H.), Elk. Club: Optimist of Wichita Falls (ex-president).
Married Jo Betsy Miller, June 20, 1927. Children: James V., David, Sam Houston.