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R. Dick Bussell

Canadian, Hemphill County

Marker Text

(1845-1935) Famed hunter, in 1870s killed buffalo on this square; was one of the first men to hunt commercially. Came to Texas in 1874. In 1887, helped to survey the townsite here, where he became lifelong resident, operating a livery stable and wagon yard. Is buried in local cemetery. (1967)

Marker Details

Address 400 E. Main St.
Location Description Hemphill County Courthouse grounds, NE side facing E. Main St.
Marker # 4147
Dedicated 1967
Size, Type 16" x 12"
Code pioneers; cities and towns; animals
  • Private Property:

    Unknown
  • Latitude, Longitude 35.912991, -100.382644

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