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Nathan George Shelley

Nathan George Shelley (February 20, 1825 – January 5, 1898) was a lawyer, soldier, newspaper editor, attorney general of Texas, state legislator and commanding officer officer of state militia in Texas. He was a member of the Democratic Party.

Born in Hawkins County, Tennessee, his parents were William Parke Shelley and Margaret F. (Etter) Shelley.

He served in the Mexican American War and for six months during the Civil War. He married Sarah Shelley.

He served in the Texas Senate during the 9th, 11th, and 13th legislatures. He was Attorney General of Texas from 1862 to 1864.

He was a member of the Odd Fellows.

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