Murfee, Miss Mae

Pioneer Lubbock teacher; prominent civic and church leader. Born in Haskell County; daughter of J. E. and Sarah Murfee. First taught in Lubbock County schools in Slide community, 1905; was principal there. Entered Texas Woman's University 1909; earned degree; did graduate work later. Was first woman principal of Lubbock Junior High in 1914. With her own books, she began city's first high school library, 1916; head of Lubbock High School History and Government Department many years; obtained state credits for these and other courses. Introduced visual aids, buying her own equipment; made other innovations. She worked to bring Texas Tech to Lubbock, 1925. As county superintendent of education, 1928 to 1936, she standardized all schools. Her resolute philosophy was: "Every boy and girl may be saved to useful citizenship if the right person is there at the right time...the parent or the teacher". Active in Texas Federation of Women's Clubs, historical groups and other endeavors, she gave talents to public service throughout lifetime (Aug. 21, 1888-Dec. 31, 1965). This school is named in her memory. 1969

Murfee, Miss Mae is a historical marker in Lubbock, Lubbock County, dedicated in 1969. It is one of 35 historical markers documented in Lubbock County in the Texas Historical Commission Atlas, among 51 historic sites cataloged across the county.

The site sits at 33.5318, -101.8869 near Lubbock. The nearest cataloged historic site is Monterey High School (historical marker), about 1.7 miles away. Others within a short drive include Dagley Field, Coronado High School, and Holden, William Curry and Olive Price, House.

This record corresponds to Texas Historical Commission Atlas #5303003401. Use the map below for its exact position and turn-by-turn directions.