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Oliver Perry Arnold (1826-1905)

Cleburne, Johnson County

Marker Text

An officer noted for integrity. Born in South Carolina. Came to Texas 1847, and engaged in livestock and mercantile business. Spent six years seeking gold in California. Returned to Johnson County, 1859; joined Co. H, Young's regiment, 1861. Served with distinction as Sheriff of Johnson County, 1870-1876. Married Abigail Winchester; they had 12 children. Arnold was the first president, Johnson County Park and Fair Association.

Marker Details

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Location Description Hopewell Cemetery; take Highway 174 north about 4 miles from Courthouse, then go east on county road and follow about 1 mile, then take 2nd county road and follow about 1 mile, then take 2nd county road east about 3/4 mile, then take 3rd county road east 1/4 mile to Hopewell Road go east on Hopewell road 1/10 mile to cemetery Cleburne
Marker # 3853
Dedicated 1968
Size, Type grave marker
Code sheriffs; local law enforcement officer; military topics
Latitude, Longitude 32.408899, -97.357729

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