Bailey, Joseph Weldon
(October 6, 1863-April 13, 1929) Democrat Joseph Weldon Bailey served in the U.S. House of Representatives (1891-1901) and in the U.S. Senate (1901-1913). A colorful and controversial politician, he was known for his superb oratorical skills and his fiery temper. His career was damaged by his involvement in the notorious Waters-Pierce Company anti-trust case, but in the 1920 Democratic Gubernatorial Primary runoff election he placed second to Pat Neff. He moved his law practice to Dallas in 1921. Recorded - 1994.
33.6294° N, 97.1261° W
Where to Find It
710 Fair Avenue, in Fairview Cemetery, Gainesville. (Near south road in cemetery).
Nearby Markers
- 0.1 mi NE J. D. "Ikard" Sugg Gainesville
- 0.1 mi N Davis, William Owen Gainesville
- 0.2 mi N Fairview Cemetery Gainesville
- 0.2 mi N James Menees Lindsay Gainesville
- 0.2 mi N G. H. Ragsdale Gainesville
- 0.7 mi NW Butterfield Overland Stage Line Gainesville