Wade Omer Martin, Sr. (March 4, 1885—August 10, 1956) was a Louisiana planter, educator, and politician allied with the Huey Pierce Long, Jr., faction of the Democratic Party. Martin's longest tenure was as the former District 2 member of the Louisiana Public Service Commission, having served for twenty-four years, beginning with his election in 1932 and until his death. After Long's assassination, Martin attempted to run for governor in 1935 but was unable to mount a serious campaign.
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4 March 1885 Arnaudville, Louisiana
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10 August 1956 (aged 71)
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Zodiac | Pisces |
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