Josef Masik
(March 30, 1810 - July 1, 1881) First Czech teacher in Texas. Born in Moravia (now Czechoslovakia). Certified to teach at age 16. Came to Texas 1855, seeking freedom from oppression. Following much hardship, he resumed teaching, 1859, with up to 50 pupils yearly. Retired, 1872.
30.5480° N, 96.6628° W
Where to Find It
From Caldwell, take SH 21 E about 2 1/2 miles to CR 208, go South (right) about 9/10 mile to bridge over RR tracks, turn West (right) on trail just past bridge - follow trail to marker in northwest corner of pasture on S side of RR. Chain link fence now surrounds graves.
Nearby Markers
- 0.9 mi E New Tabor Brethren Church Caldwell
- 1.6 mi SE New Tabor Cemetery Caldwell
- 1.9 mi W Burleson County Caldwell
- 2 mi SW Thomas Kraitchar, Jr. House Caldwell
- 2 mi NE Duewall House Caldwell
- 2.1 mi SW John Mitchell Caldwell