Details for Turbeville, Sam B.
Historical Marker — Atlas Number 5119006949
Data
| Marker Number | 6949 |
| Atlas Number | 5119006949 |
| Marker Title | Turbeville, Sam B. |
| Index Entry | Turbeville, Sam B. |
| Address | |
| City | Cooper |
| County | Delta |
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| Subject Codes | local law enforcement officer |
| Marker Year | 1968 |
| Recorded Texas Historic Landmark | No |
| Marker Location | Oaklawn Cemetery; on FM 1529 and Sherman Rd. |
| Private Property | No |
| Marker Condition | In Situ |
| Marker Size | 16" x 12" |
| Marker Text | (July 4, 1856 - July 8, 1925) Born in Mississippi. He and his wife, former Saluda Chapman, came to Lamar County, Texas 1879. Moved to Delta County in 1884. His occupation was farming. Elected Delta County Sheriff in special contested election May 1, 1897. Served 3 additional terms. During service, counseled young people and enforced prohibition. After retirement from office of sheriff, he was appointed U.S. Marshall for Eastern District of Texas. |