George Berham Parr

George Berham Parr (March 1, 1901 – April 1, 1975) was an American politician, who controlled a Democratic political machine that dominated Duval County, Texas and, to a lesser extent, Jim Wells County. He was known as "The Duke of Duval," like his father before him.

For other people with the same name, see George Parr (disambiguation).
George Berham Parr
Born(1901-03-01)March 1, 1901
San Diego, Texas, US
DiedApril 1, 1975(1975-04-01) (aged 74)
Julian Windmill, 14 miles S.E. of Benavides, Duval County, Texas
Resting placeBenavides cemetery
27.59221°N 98.41209°W / 27.59221; -98.41209
MonumentsDuval County Museum displays some artifacts from his life
Other names
  • Duke of Duval
  • El Patrón
  • Tacuacha (sly possum)
Education
  • Texas A&M
  • University of Texas
  • Southwestern University
  • trade school
  • University of Texas Law School (special student) 1923-
Occupation(s)Lawyer, rancher, politician
Known forLyndon Johnson's 1948 benefactor
Political party
OpponentFreedom Party
Spouse(s)Thelma Duckworth (m. 1923-divorce, remarried late 1930s, div. 1949) Eva
Childrentwo daughters one son
Parent
Elizabeth Parr (née Allen)

Archie Parr b. Dec. 25, 1860 d. Oct. 18, 1942

County Judge of Duval County, Texas
In office
1926–?
Preceded byGivens Parr
Sheriff of Duval County, Texas
In office
1954–?
Notes
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