Victoria in Victoria County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)
Sidney Roper Weisiger
(November 29, 1906-May 23, 1975)
Photographed By Dave W, March 12, 2022
1. Sidney Roper Weisiger Marker
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. Marker 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.
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 León (about 500 feet away); Doña Patricia de la Garza de Leon
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Photographed By Dave W, March 12, 2022
2. Sidney Roper Weisiger Marker
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 70 times since then and 11 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.
