Captain G. W. Arrington
(1844-1923) Great peace officer of era of early settlement in Texas Panhandle. (During his term in office, lived near this site.) Born in Greensboro, Alabama. During the Civil War, 1861-1865, was one of most daring scouts in famous guerrilla command of Col. John S. Mosby, in Virginia. After war, ventured to Mexico and Central America. Settled in Texas in 1867. In Texas Rangers, 1875-1882, he had an outstanding record in Southwest Texas and Panhandle. With courage and distinction, served 1882-1890 as sheriff of Wheeler and 14 attached counties. (1969)
35.5103° N, 100.4425° W
Where to Find It
Old Mobeetie, at Fort Elliot Flagpole, Olaughlin St. 0.1 mi. SW of Dickerson St.
Nearby Markers
- <0.1 mi E Frank Willis, Sr. Mobeetie
- <0.1 mi W Emanuel Dubbs Mobeetie
- <0.1 mi S Fort Elliott Flagpole Mobeetie
- <0.1 mi SE Temple Lea Houston Mobeetie
- <0.1 mi S Old Wheeler County Jail, 1886 Mobeetie
- 0.5 mi N Mobeetie Mobeetie