Burns, Waller Thomas Born January 14, 1858, in La Grange, TX Died November 17, 1917, in Laredo, TX Federal Judicial Service: Judge, U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas Nominated by Theodore Roosevelt on April 12, 1902, to a new seat authorized by 32 Stat. 64. Confirmed by the Senate on April 24, 1902, and received commission on April 22, 1902. Service terminated on November 17, 1917, due to death. Professional Career: U.S. Customs Service Private practice, Galveston, Texas, 1882-1888 Counsel, Houston & Texas Central Railroad, 1888- State senator, Texas, 1897-1901