Julian M. Bassett
Dec. 4, 1873 - Dec. 29, 1947
New York native Julian Marcus Bassett migrated to Texas with his parents in 1882. A rancher and businessman, he helped establish the C. B. Livestock Company. In order to promote company land sales in the area, Bassett had the townsite of Crosbyton platted in 1907. He later organized construction of the Crosbyton South Plains Rail Line which helped the town become the county seat in 1911. This site was donated by Bassett for use as a public cemetery.
Recorded - 1980
Erected 1980 by Texas Historical Commission. (Marker Number 2886.)
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Cemeteries & Burial Sites • Settlements & Settlers. A significant historical date for this entry is December 4, 1873.
Location. 33° 39.464′ N, 101° 12.653′ W. Marker is in Crosbyton, Texas, in Crosby County. Marker is on Highway 82 west of Highway 213, on the right when traveling west. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Crosbyton TX 79322, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 2 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. Lamar Family (within shouting distance of this marker); J. J. Pierce (within shouting distance of this marker); Crosbyton Cemetery (within shouting distance of this marker); Crosby County (approx. 1.6 miles away);
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