Ybor City in Hillsborough County, Florida — The American South (South Atlantic)

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First Duel in Ybor City 1888

Photographed By Tim Fillmon, 1993

1. First Duel in Ybor City 1888 Marker

Inscription. The first violent death in the Latin Quarter occurred in this vicinity when a pistol duel was fought between two Cuban cigarmakers. Their nicknames were "Teclo" and "Matancero." "Teclo" was killed instantly in the exchange. It is said the duel was over the favors of a beautiful señorita.

Erected by Rotary Club of Ybor City-The Cigar Festival Association of Tampa.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Hispanic Americans • Settlements & Settlers. A significant historical year for this entry is 1888.

Location. Marker has been permanently removed. It was located near 27° 57.632′ N, 82° 26.583′ W. Marker was in Ybor City, Florida, in Hillsborough County. Marker was on North 15th St just north of East 7th Avenue (County Road 574), on the left when traveling north. Touch for map. Marker was in this post office area: Tampa FL 33605, United States of America.

We have been informed that this sign or monument is no longer there and will not be replaced. This page is an archival view of what was.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this location. Dueling in Ybor City (here, next to this marker); Hotel De La Havana (here, next

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to this marker); The Birth Of Ybor City (a few steps from this marker); Tampa's First Cigar Factory (within shouting distance of this marker); Sweet Taste of Ybor City (within shouting distance of this marker); Roland M. Manteiga (about 400 feet away, measured in a direct line); Centro Español de Tampa (about 400 feet away); Ybor City's First Fire Station (about 400 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Ybor City.

Dueling in Ybor City Marker image. Click for full size.

2021

2. Dueling in Ybor City Marker

Replacement marker for missing original. Installed 2021.

Credits. This page was last revised on June 29, 2021. It was originally submitted on February 13, 2019, by Tim Fillmon of Webster, Florida. This page has been viewed 352 times since then and 6 times this year. Photos: 1. submitted on February 13, 2019, by Tim Fillmon of Webster, Florida. 2. submitted on April 23, 2021, by Deryn Pomeroy of Syracuse, New York. • Bernard Fisher was the editor who published this page.