Details for Helena Dill Berryman

Historical Marker — Atlas Number 5073006613

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Marker Number 6613
Atlas Number 5073006613
Marker Title Helena Dill Berryman
Index Entry Berryman, Helena Dill
Address
City
County Cherokee
UTM Zone
UTM Easting
UTM Northing
Subject Codes pioneers; women
Marker Year 1969
Recorded Texas Historic Landmark No
Marker Location private cemetery, FM 241, 5.5 miles NE of Alto
Private Property No
Marker Condition In Situ
Marker Size 16" x 12"
Marker Text Helena Dill Berryman (September 8, 1804 -- March 13, 1888) first Anglo child born in Texas, according to tradition. Grew up in Nacogdoches when it was ruled by Spain. Married Lt. Henry Berryman in 1823. They moved later to the estate she inherited in present Cherokee County. Built log home in 1847, named it "Forest Hill." There entertained many noted Texans. Took active part in county development. Had 5 children; 3 lived to adulthood. After death of husband, reared 30 orphans.
ATLAS_NUM=5073006613

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