Henry R. Selden

1805–1885 (age 80)

Lawyer/Judge

Biography

Henry R. Selden served with distinction as a lawyer and judge, upholding the law with principle and integrity during a turbulent era in American jurisprudence. His legal acumen and fair-minded leadership guided many who came before him seeking justice, and he was esteemed for his clear reasoning and compassionate temperament.

Selden’s legacy rests on a career devoted to the ideals of equity and public service, and his influence continued to resonate in the courts and civic life of his community.