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Rudolph Kleberg
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Rudolph Kleberg, US Representative from Texas
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| Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Texas's 11th district |
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| In office April 7, 1896 – March 3, 1903 |
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| Preceded by | William H. Crain |
| Succeeded by | Robert Lee Henry |
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| Born | June 26, 1847 Cat Spring, Texas, U.S. |
| Died | December 28, 1924 (aged 77) Austin, Texas, U.S. |
| Resting place | Oakwood Cemetery |
| Political party | Democratic |
Rudolph Kleberg (born June 26, 1847 – died December 28, 1924) was an important politician from Texas. He served as a U.S. Representative, which means he helped make laws for the country. He was also the great-uncle of Robert C. Eckhardt and the uncle of Richard M. Kleberg, Sr.
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Early Life and Education
Rudolph Kleberg was born in Cat Spring, Texas. He received his early education from private teachers at home. Later, he graduated from Concrete College in De Witt County in 1868.
During the American Civil War, in the spring of 1864, he joined the Confederate States Army. He served in Tom Green's cavalry group until the war ended.
After the war, Rudolph Kleberg decided to study law. He went to San Antonio to learn about the legal system. In 1872, he successfully passed his exams and became a lawyer.
Career in Law and Politics
Rudolph Kleberg began his career as a lawyer in Cuero, Texas. The very next year, in 1873, he started a newspaper called the Cuero Star.
Serving De Witt County
After practicing law for a few years, Kleberg was chosen for an important job. From 1876 to 1890, he worked as the prosecuting attorney for De Witt County. This meant he was responsible for bringing legal cases against people accused of crimes.
State and Federal Roles
Rudolph Kleberg then entered the world of politics. He was elected to the State Senate, where he served from 1882 to 1886. The State Senate is a group of lawmakers who create laws for the state.
In 1885, he was appointed as the United States attorney for the western part of Texas. In this role, he represented the U.S. government in legal matters in that region.
Time in Congress
Rudolph Kleberg was a member of the Democratic Party. He was elected to the United States Congress to fill a spot that became empty when William H. Crain passed away.
He served in Congress from April 7, 1896, until March 3, 1903. During this time, he was re-elected three more times. He decided not to run for re-election in 1902.
Later Life
After leaving Congress, Rudolph Kleberg went back to practicing law. In 1905, he and his family moved to Austin, Texas.
On February 24, 1905, he was appointed as the official reporter for the court of criminal appeals. He held this position until he passed away in Austin on December 28, 1924. He was buried in Oakwood Cemetery.
