Elsner - Dripping Springs, TX
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WalksfarTX
N 30° 10.091 W 098° 05.229
14R E 587895 N 3337773
Sign on a post in Phillips Cemetery tells about an early pioneer family.
Waymark Code: WMVKXH
Location: Texas, United States
Date Posted: 05/01/2017
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Marker Text:
Bridal Bit Brand (graphic design)
Elsner
The family plot is part of two parcels of land donated by Alfred A. Elsner and Rachel (Dement) Elsner. They settled in Dripping Springs in 1905 and raised seven children on their ranch across the road known for the landmark rock barn. Thousands of livestock wore the "Bridle Bit" brand which was registered in 1860.
Group that erected the marker: Elsner Family
URL of a web site with more information about the history mentioned on the sign: [Web Link]
Address of where the marker is located. Approximate if necessary:
Phillips Cemetery
RR 12 South at FM 150
Dripping Springs, TX USA
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