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 Andrew Hanson
N 33° 37.959 W 096° 37.309
14S E 720585 N 3723962
Texas Historical Marker at the grave of Andrew Hanson, in Sherman's West Hill Cemetery, noting his contributions towards building up the city.
Waymark Code: WMXGPC
Location: Texas, United States
Date Posted: 01/10/2018
Views: 3
Marker Number: 7383
Marker Text:
(1855-1940)
Owned Sherman's first bakery for 35 years. Born in Schleswig-Holstein, Denmark. Came to United States, 1872, and to Texas, 1878. With F.W. Boedeker (whose interest he soon bought) started the Star Bakery, 1879. Had first delivery service, first commercially made ice cream in town. Built family residences at two midtown sites.
Married (1880) Anna Lundorf; had 4 children. His father, mother, and brothers came from Denmark to join him. All are buried here.
Recorded - 1972
Incise in base: Marker Sponsors: Mamie A. and Anna W. Weihs
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