Details for H. N. (Man) Bell

Historical Marker — Atlas Number 5021009159

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Marker Number 9159
Atlas Number 5021009159
Marker Title H. N. (Man) Bell
Index Entry Bell, H. N. (Man)
Address
City Bastrop
County Bastrop
UTM Zone 14
UTM Easting 677465
UTM Northing 3321181
Subject Codes sheriffs; law enforcement
Marker Year 1968
Recorded Texas Historic Landmark No
Marker Location 1 mile east of Bastrop on SH 95, in Fairview Cemetery
Private Property No
Marker Condition In Situ
Marker Size grave marker
Marker Text (Aug. 27, 1856 - Nov. 15, 1934) Born in Arkansas. Began work as peace officer, 1882, during infamous "wire cutter" activities (conflict between cattlemen who favored open range and those who bought and fenced land). With two terms as sheriff, gave over 21 years continuous service to Bastrop County. Recorded, 1968

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