Read Hill Cemetery - New Boston, TX
N 33° 26.058 W 094° 25.604
15S E 367371 N 3700345
A small cemetery located on the southern outskirts of New Boston, Texas, USA.
Waymark Code: WM8T0A
Location: Texas, United States
Date Posted: 05/09/2010
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The cemetery was established in 1903. We estimate that the cemetery currently has 1,000-2,000 graves within it.
The gravesite of Texas Ranger Dan LaFayette McDuffie is located in this cemetery and is demarcated with a Texas Historical Marker. The marker reads as follows:
Texas Ranger Dan LaFayette McDuffie
(February 16, 1883 - July 7, 1931)
Last Ranger killed on duty in East Texas oil boom of 1930's. A third generation enforcement officer; learned methods, skills from an uncle, Texarkana police chief. Held first office at 18. Won fame in 1923 amnesty, when 82 liquor stills were turned in. Spent 30 years as county peace officer, railroad special agent, and Texas Ranger. Known for his fearless courage, integrity. Met death on duty in a kidnapping case, when caught in gunfire.
Recorded, 1967
City, Town, or Parish / State / Country: Not listed
Approximate number of graves: Not listed
Cemetery Status: Active
Cemetery Website: [Web Link]
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