Joe Lockridge
Joseph Edwin Lockridge (July 15, 1932 – May 3, 1968) was one of the first African Americans to serve in the Texas House of Representatives since Reconstruction, representing the 33rd District in Dallas County. He was elected alongside State Senator Barbara Jordan and state representative Curtis Graves.
Joe Lockridge | |
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| Member of the Texas House of Representatives from District 33 | |
| In office 1966 – May 3, 1968 | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | July 15, 1932 Waco, Texas, United States |
| Died | (aged 35) Dawson, Texas |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Spouse | Eva Lockridge |
| Relations | Shadrach Lockridge (sibling) |
| Children | Doak Lockridge (Stepson) |
| Alma mater | Southern University |
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