Victoria in Victoria County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)
Robert S. Weisiger
Feb. 25, 1876-Jan. 19, 1950
Photographed by Dave W, March 12, 2022
1. Robert S. Weisiger Marker
Became Deputy Sheriff of Victoria County at 19; served as County Sheriff 1906-1920, 1928-1936. In early days he rode horseback to carry out duties. Brought suspects to trial in all major crimes of area. Helped quell 1917 riot of Camp Logan soldiers.
Erected 1968 by State Historical Survey Committee. (Marker Number 6580.)
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Cemeteries & Burial Sites • Law Enforcement.
Location. 28° 48.664′ N, 97° 0.632′ W. Marker is in Victoria, Texas, in Victoria County. It is on West Brazos Street. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 610 W Brazos St, Victoria TX 77901, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is in the American South and on the Gulf Coast. Globally, it is in North America, a Gulf of Mexico state, the Western Hemisphere, the Western World, and the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once New Spain, the Republic of Texas, and one of the Confederate States of America.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Sidney Roper Weisiger (here, next to this marker); John Van Bibber (within shouting distance of this marker); John J. Linn (about 400 feet away, measured in a direct line); Don Martin de Leσn (about 500 feet away); Doρa Patricia de la Garza de Leon (about 500 feet away); Agapito De Leon (about 500 feet away); Victor Marion Rose (about 500 feet away); Felix de Leon (about 500 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Victoria.
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Photographed by Dave W, March 12, 2022
2. Robert S. Weisiger Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on December 6, 2022. It was originally submitted on November 20, 2022, by Dave W of Co, Colorado. This page has been viewed 211 times since then and 16 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on November 20, 2022, by Dave W of Co, Colorado. • Bill Pfingsten was the editor who published this page.
