Near McAdoo in Dickens County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)
Marshall Clinton Formby, Jr.
(Apr. 12, 1911 - Dec. 27, 1984)
Photographed By Allen Lowrey, May 5, 2024
1. Marshall Clinton Formby, Jr. Marker
Inscription.
Marshall Clinton Formby, Jr.. (Apr. 12, 1911 - Dec. 27, 1984). Marshall Formby moved with his family from Hopkins County, Texas, to McAdoo at the age of five and worked most of his life for the betterment of West Texas. A graduate of Spur High School, Formby earned a degree in government from Texas Tech University before serving in World War II. A pioneer radio station owner in several West Texas towns, he later completed a law degree. His public service continued as a Texas Highway Commissioner and member of the Texas Tech Board of Regents. Active on many civic and cultural boards, Formby received numerous honors and awards. , Recorded - 2002
Marshall Formby moved with his family from Hopkins County, Texas, to McAdoo at the age of five and worked most of his life for the betterment of West Texas. A graduate of Spur High School, Formby earned a degree in government from Texas Tech University before serving in World War II. A pioneer radio station owner in several West Texas towns, he later completed a law degree. His public service continued as a Texas Highway Commissioner and member of the Texas Tech Board of Regents. Active on many civic and cultural boards, Formby received numerous honors and awards.
Recorded - 2002
Erected 2002 by Texas Historical Commission. (Marker Number 12739.)
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Charity & Public Work. A significant historical date for this entry is December 27, 1911.
Location. 33° 43.517′ N, 101° 1.328′ W. Marker is near McAdoo, Texas, in Dickens County. Marker can be reached from County Road 103 north of U.S. 82, on the left when traveling north. The marker is located in the McAdoo Cemetery. From U.S. 82 head north on County Road 103 for 2.8 miles. Cemetery will be on the west side. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 702 Co Rd 103, McAdoo TX 79243, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 10 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. A different marker also named Marshall Clinton Formby, Jr.
Credits. This page was last revised on May 9, 2024. It was originally submitted on May 9, 2024, by Allen Lowrey of Amarillo, Texas. This page has been viewed 36 times since then. Photos:1, 2, 3. submitted on May 9, 2024, by Allen Lowrey of Amarillo, Texas. • James Hulse was the editor who published this page.
