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Temple Lea Houston

Mobeetie, Wheeler County

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(August 12, 1860 - August 15, 1905) Brilliant attorney and state senator from this county, 1885-1887. Son of Texas hero Sam Houston. Old courthouse where he practiced law and his home were both near here. He gave dedicatory speech for Texas Capitol in 1888. Married Laura Cross in 1882; they had three sons. (1968)

Marker Details

Address Olaughlin St.
Location Description Old Mobeetie, at Fort Elliot Flagpole, Olaughlin St. 0.1 mi. SW of Dickerson St.
Marker # 5221
Dedicated 1968
Size, Type 14" x 24"
Code law, lawyers; state official
  • Private Property:

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  • Latitude, Longitude 35.510296, -100.442537

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