Paradise in Wise County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)
Dr. M. W. Matthews
(December 29, 1806 - April 13, 1891)
Photographed By J Frye, March 18, 2020
1. Dr. M. W. Matthews Marker
Pioneer physician and preacher. Born in Kentucky. As Army surgeon in Texas Revolution (1836), treated Gen. Sam Houston at Battle of San Jacinto. Served in the 1st and 7th Congresses of the Republic. Took part in Mexican War (1846). A firm Unionist during Civil War (1861-65). He once barely escaped hanging at hands of Southern vigilantes. Founded many churches across state. Was married twice; first to Sarah Gehagan and later to Margaret Spencer.
Erected 1971 by State Historical Survey Committee. (Marker Number 1273.)
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Cemeteries & Burial Sites • Churches & Religion • War, Mexican-American • War, US Civil. A significant historical year for this entry is 1836.
Location. 33° 9.129′ N, 97° 41.818′ W. Marker is in Paradise, Texas, in Wise County. Marker is on Pecan Street south of Honeysuckle, on the right when traveling south. Located in the southwestern corner of Paradise Cemetery. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Paradise TX 76073, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 6 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. George Lafayette Ramsdale (within shouting distance of this marker); First Baptist Church Bridgeport (approx. 5.2 miles away); St. John the Baptizer Catholic Church
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Also see . . .
1. Dr. Mansil Walter Matthews. (Submitted on March 20, 2020, by J Frye of Fort Worth, Texas.)
2. Dr. Mansil Walter Matthews. Brief Sketch Of The Life Of Mansil W.Matthews (Submitted on March 20, 2020, by J Frye of Fort Worth, Texas.)
Photographed By J Frye, March 18, 2020
2. Dr. M. W. Matthews Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on March 20, 2020. It was originally submitted on March 20, 2020, by J Frye of Fort Worth, Texas. This page has been viewed 206 times since then and 21 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on March 20, 2020, by J Frye of Fort Worth, Texas. • J. Makali Bruton was the editor who published this page.
