Details for Robert S. Weisiger

Historical Marker — Atlas Number 5469006580

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Marker Number 6580
Atlas Number 5469006580
Marker Title Robert S. Weisiger
Index Entry Weisiger, Robert S.
Address Evergreen Cemetery, N. Vine & W. Red River streets
City Victoria
County Victoria
UTM Zone 14
UTM Easting 694161
UTM Northing 3188677
Subject Codes sheriffs; law enforcement
Marker Year
Recorded Texas Historic Landmark No
Marker Location Evergreen Cemetery, Vine & Red River Sts., Victoria
Private Property No
Marker Condition In Situ
Marker Size grave marker
Marker Text (Feb. 25, 1876-Jan. 19, 1950) Became Deputy Sheriff of Victoria County at 19; served as County Sheriff 1906-1920, 1928-1936. In early days he rode horseback to carry out duties. Brought suspects to trial in all major crimes of area. Helped quell 1917 riot of Camp Logan soldiers. (1968)

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