Historical Marker

Roberts, Elisha

San Augustine · San Augustine County · Dedicated 1936 · THC Atlas #5405007636

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Marker Inscription

(1785-1844) Early influential citizen * Important figure in the Fredonian Rebellion * Alcalde of San Augustine in 1831 * A haven of hospitality to travelers Erected by the State of Texas 1936

About this site

Roberts, Elisha is a historical marker in San Augustine, San Augustine County, dedicated in 1936. It is one of 51 historical markers documented in San Augustine County in the Texas Historical Commission Atlas, among 161 historic sites cataloged across the county.

The site sits at 31.5127, -94.0494 near San Augustine. The nearest cataloged historic site is Broocks Family (cemetery), about 0.3 miles away. Others within a short drive include Elisha Roberts, Sublett, and Wilson.

This record corresponds to Texas Historical Commission Atlas #5405007636. Use the map below for its exact position and turn-by-turn directions.

History

Elisha Roberts (1774-1844) was among the earliest prominent settlers of San Augustine County, building a home east of Ayish Bayou around 1824 and erecting one of the area's first cotton gins in 1825. He served as alcalde in 1831 and as a delegate to the 1833 convention, and his house was a well-known stopping place said to have hosted figures such as Sam Houston, James Bowie, and Stephen F. Austin. In 1835-36 he furnished provisions and support to the Texas revolutionary cause. A Texas Centennial marker was placed in 1936.

Sources: tshaonline.org texascounties.net

📍 31.5127, -94.0494 · San Augustine, San Augustine County

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