Kempner
Founded in 1882. Named for Texas philanthropist, banker, railroad magnate Harris Kempner (1837-1894). An immigrant from Poland, Kempner joined Parson's Brigade, Confederate Army. Wounded in Red River Campaign, he was left on the battlefield for dead, but recovered and served to the war's end then he helped to rebuild Texas. (1964)
The Texas Historical Commission lists this marker as missing. The inscription above is from its records.
Where to Find It
N side of Hwy 190, near Pickett Cemetery (MARKER REPORTED MISSING 6/23/2009)
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