Texas Historical Marker

Capt. John R. Hughes

Austin · Travis County · placed 1970

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Travis County, Texas

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Feb. 11, 1855 June 3, 1947 Texas Ranger 1887-1915 [Footstone] Capt. John R. Hughes (Feb. 11, 1855 - June 3, 1947) Texas Ranger, 1887-1815, Noted for ability, courage, firmness.

Born in Kansas. Came to Texas in 1870s. Upon Retirement, went into Ranching & Banking.

Erected 1970

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