Historical Marker Number: 11510
Marker Title: Robert B. Russell
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Index Entry: Robert B, Russell
City: Orange
County: Orange
Year Marker Erected: 1973
Marker Location: Evergreen Cemetery Border & Jackson St.
Marker Text:
(April 1, 1817 - Nov. 29, 1880) Born in New Milford, Conn.; emigrated to San Augustine, Texas, 1835. Joined Texian Army and fought at San Jacinto. Married Lavinia Brownrigg, June 1, 1841; had 6 children. Published San Augustine "Redlander," 1846-50; moved to Sabine Pass, 1850, then Orange, 1854. Served as postmaster of Orange under Confederacy, 1861-65. Entered lumber business about 1870, with steam-operated shingle mill. Prospered until untimely death in mill accident. Recorded - 1973
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