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Locklin Bartholomew Murray

Robert Lee, Coke County

Marker Text

(June 17, 1849-April 29, 1923) Born in Jackson, Miss. Came to Texas with family in early 1860's. Married Susan Lucinda McSpadden (1855-1917), and had 7 children who lived to adulthood. Settled near Sanco, in Yellow Wolf Valley, about 1888, and began ranching. In 1894 he was elected sheriff and tax collector by Coke county citizens. He held the position for 4 consecutive terms, until 1902, earning a reputation as an honest and efficient lawman. Recorded - 1973

Marker Details

Address
Location Description Robert Lee Cemetery, on SH 158 at east city limits
Marker # 3110
Dedicated 1973
Size, Type grave marker
Code sheriffs; law enforcement
Latitude, Longitude 31.89642, -100.473024

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