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Lawrence Chapel Cemetery

Thrall, Williamson County

Marker Text

Adam Lawrence (1799-1878), pioneer farmer and cattle raiser, donated this tract in 1840. Born in Kentucky, he received a Texas land grant, 1822. Fought in Texas Revolution (1836) and many Indian battles. Once jumped horse 20 feet into river below to evade war party.

Marker Details

Address CR 473
Location Description FM 112, 6 mi. SE of Thrall. Marker reported missing Aug. 2017.
Marker # 9258
Dedicated 1970
Size, Type 14" x 24"
Code cemetery
Latitude, Longitude 30.486869, -97.23795

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