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Barnett-Hamrick Settlement, 1855-1895 |
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FM 190, about 4 mi. E of San Saba, San Saba,
TX,
USA
Latitude & Longitude:
31° 11' 41.47859000004",
-98° 40' 12.02418000012"
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Texas State Historical Marker |
John W. Barnett and family with sons-in-law, Burrell L. and Tom P. L. Hamrick settled large tract of land here. Founded community of Simpson Creek. Were first in area to farm as well to irrigate crops. Were active in local commerce. Helped organize county. First camp meeting and one of first schools were held here.
This page last updated: 7/15/2008 |
Barnett-Hamrick Settlement, 1855-1895 Historical Marker Location Map, San Saba, Texas
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