Georgetown in Williamson County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)
James B. Williams
(1821-1891)
A pioneer of this region. Born in Madison County, Ky. With bride, Sarah Coffey, came to Texas in wagon train led by his father, Isaac, and including brothers David, John R., Kelse, and other kin. Moved to Berry’s Creek area on Dec. 24, 1848. Served in Texas Rangers company of his uncle, Capt. John Williams, 1854-1862. Lived in San Saba county in 1850s. Permanent home was in Glasscock Valley, north of Georgetown.
Williams had thirteen children.
Erected 1973 by State Historical Survey Committee. (Marker Number 15386.)
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Settlements & Settlers. A significant historical month for this entry is December 1859.
Location. 30° 42.919′ N, 97° 39.536′ W. Marker is in Georgetown, Texas, in Williamson County. Marker is on State Highway 195. In Berry Creek Cemetery. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Georgetown TX 78628, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 5 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. John Berry, Frontiersman (approx. 2˝ miles away); Veteran's Memorial Plaza (approx. 3˝ miles away); Pennington Family Cemetery (approx. 3.6 miles away); Zion Lutheran Church (approx. 4 miles away); San Gabriel Lodge No. 89, A.F. & A.M. (approx. 4.6 miles away); San Gabriel Park (approx. 4.6 miles away); North Fork of the San Gabriel River (approx. 4.8 miles away); Community of Theon (approx. 4.9 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Georgetown.
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