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Old Snyder Graveyard

Snyder, Scurry County

Marker Text

Formerly state land until common usage established it as a cemetery in 1880's. Legend says first burial was an Indian. Early-day transients were often buried in unmarked graves. Tract closed to further burials, 1902. Many bodies have been moved elsewhere. Only 14 graves are now identified. (1969)

Marker Details

Address Avenue E
Location Description West side of Ave E just north of the 26th Street intersection
Marker # 3813
Dedicated 1969
Size, Type 20" x 20"
Code cemetery
Latitude, Longitude 32.716381, -100.901905

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