Ephraim M. Daggett - Fort Worth Stockyards - Fort Worth, TX
N 32° 47.337 W 097° 20.732
14S E 654929 N 3629101
One of many people who could be genuinely called a "Father of Fort Worth," Ephraim Merrill Daggett is honored with a star on the Texas Trail of Fame in the Fort Worth Stockyards, Fort Worth, TX.
Waymark Code: WMPJ1D
Location: Texas, United States
Date Posted: 09/05/2015
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Mr. Daggett's star is located on the north side of E Exchange Ave, across the street from Stockyards Station, and it says:
Texas Trail of Fame
Ephraim M. Daggett
Pioneer
Fort Worth Stockyards
The Texas Trail of Fame website (see link) has a depiction of Mr. Daggett, as well as this short biography:
Ephraim Merrel Dagget was called the "Father of Fort Worth" by newspaper editor B.B. Paddock. His face appeared on the county seal for many years. Captain Daggett served with General Sam Houston in the 1836 Texas War of Independence and was instrumental in participating in the growth of Fort Worth throughout the 1850's and beyond, donating land for the railroad in 1876 and funds to build the second Tarrant County Courthouse.
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About the Texas Trail of Fame: (
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The Texas Trail of Fame was established in 1997 to honor those who have made a significant contribution to our Western way of life. Throughout the walkways of the Fort Worth National Historic District, bronze inlaid markers have been placed in honor of their achievements. The desire of the Texas Trail of Fame is to inspire and educate visitors through the adventure of reflecting on these Westerner’s accomplishments. Trail Guides are available at the Stockyards Visitor's Information Center. So come on out to the Fort Worth Stockyards, grab a guide, and hit the trail!