Dr. M. W. Matthews
Dr. M. W. Matthews (December 29, 1806 - April 13, 1891) Pioneer physician and preacher. Born in Kentucky. As army surgeon in Texas Revolution (1836), treated Gen. Sam Houston at Battle of San Jacinto. Served in the 1st and 7th Congresses of the Republic. Took part in Mexican War (1846). A firm Unionist during Civil War (1861-65), he once barely escaped hanging at hands of Southern vigilantes. Founded many churches across state. Was married twice: first to Sarah Gehagan and later to Margaret Spencer. Recorded - 1971
33.1521° N, 97.6971° W
Where to Find It
Paradise Cemetery, CR 3352, southwest corner
Nearby Markers
- <0.1 mi N George Lafayette Ramsdale Paradise
- 0.5 mi E First Christian Church of Paradise Paradise
- 0.7 mi S Site of Old Town Paradise Paradise
- 4.3 mi SW Site of Draco Paradise
- 4.5 mi NW Hunt, Col. William Hudson Bridgeport
- 4.6 mi NW First United Methodist Church of Bridgeport Bridgeport