John Lawrence Hall
(October 25, 1809 -- August 25, 1857) ' Maryland native John Lawrence Hall lived in New Orleans before coming to Texas in 1831. Hall served in the Texas Army (1835-36), Republic of Texas Army (1841), and in the Mexican War (1846). He added to the land grants he received for military service and became a successful land speculator. A Mason and a friend of President Sam Houston, Hall owned a thriving hotel in Crockett during the 1850s, and was among the signers of a petition to create Houston County. Sesquicentennial of Texas Statehood 1845-1995
31.3213° N, 95.4612° W
The Texas Historical Commission lists this marker as damaged.
Where to Find It
Glenwood Cemetery. Marker reported damaged Jan. 2018.
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