Glen Rose in Somervell County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)
A Tribute to Senator Vernon Lemens
Photographed by James Hulse, June 2, 2024
1. A Tribute to Senator Vernon Lemens Marker
Author Texas Drivers License Law, co-author Brazos River Conservation and Reclamation District Act (Brazos Dams); author Savings and Loan Law; author Texas Employment Commission Act; leader for improvement of education; sponsor of insurance reforms; leader in successful legislative effort to increase, efficiency in government; member committee on agricultural affairs; sponsor of measures strengthening banking laws; author Veteran's Preference Law; author of law authorizing Commissioners' Court to provide and maintain a county law library.
This plaque was contributed by the senator's long-time friend and former law partner, Richard F. Chapman of Waxahachie, Texas, in memory of Mr. Chapman's wife, the late Hazel Chapman.
Erected by State of Texas.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Government & Politics.
Location. 32° 14.079′ N, 97° 45.32′ W. Marker is in Glen Rose, Texas, in Somervell County. It is at the intersection of Northeast Barnard Street and Elm Street on Northeast Barnard Street. The marker is located along the western corner of the building. Touch for map
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Regionally, this marker is in the Prairies & Lakes Region. 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: First National Bank (here, next to this marker); Martin's Grocery Store (within shouting distance of this marker); The Barnards of the Brazos (within shouting distance of this marker); Somervell County (within shouting distance of this marker); Somervell County Veterans (within shouting distance of this marker); Somervell County Courthouse (within shouting distance of this marker); Dinosaur Footprint (within shouting distance of this marker); Ice House (within shouting distance of this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Glen Rose.
Also see . . . Vernon Lemens. Legislative Reference Library of Texas (Submitted on June 9, 2024, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.)
Photographed by James Hulse, June 2, 2024
2. A Tribute to Senator Vernon Lemens Marker
Photographed by James Hulse, June 2, 2024
3. A Tribute to Senator Vernon Lemens Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on June 9, 2024. It was originally submitted on June 8, 2024, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas. This page has been viewed 232 times since then and 40 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on June 9, 2024, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.
