Victoria in Victoria County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)
Sidney Roper Weisiger
(November 29, 1906-May 23, 1975)
Born to a pioneer Victoria County family, Sidney R. Weisiger grew up with stories of the area's early history. After a term as county sheriff and naval service during World War II, he devoted the last years of his life to preserving Victoria's heritage. His "Vignettes of Old Victoria" and "Sidney's Journal" appeared in "The Victoria Advocate", 1971-1975. After his death, his widow Hilda donated his entire collection of historical research to Victoria College.
Erected 1981 by Texas Historical Commission. (Marker Number 6579.)
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Cemeteries & Burial Sites • Law Enforcement • Settlements & Settlers. A significant historical date for this entry is November 29, 1906.
Location. 28° 48.665′ N, 97° 0.629′ 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: Robert S. 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); Victor Marion Rose (about 500 feet away); Agapito De Leon (about 500 feet away); Felix de Leon (about 500 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Victoria.
Credits. This page was last revised on December 6, 2022. It was originally submitted on November 22, 2022, by Dave W of Co, Colorado. This page has been viewed 213 times since then and 15 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on November 22, 2022, by Dave W of Co, Colorado. • Bill Pfingsten was the editor who published this page.

