(1844-1927) Tennessean and former Union soldier under Gen. Grant. Came to Texas 1867, here 1878. First permanent settler here. Helped build church, school, Masonic Lodge. His cattle brand (Half Circle D) was the second registered in the county. Married twice, he had eleven children.
This page last updated: 7/15/2008
Related Themes: Texas Freemasons, Masonic Lodges, Freemasonry