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John W. Barnett and family with sons-in-law, Burrell L. and Tom P. L. Hamrick settled large tract of land here. Founded community of Simpson Creek. Were first in area to farm as well to irrigate crops. Were active in local commerce. Helped organize county. First camp meeting and one of first schools were held here.
Barnett-Hamrick Settlement is a historical marker in San Saba, San Saba County, dedicated in 1969. It is one of 28 historical markers documented in San Saba County in the Texas Historical Commission Atlas, among 74 historic sites cataloged across the county.
The site sits at 31.1965, -98.6700 near San Saba. The nearest cataloged historic site is Farr Cemetery (cemetery), about 0.3 miles away. Others within a short drive include Linn Cemetery, Indian Signaling Grounds, and John H. Shorty Brown Cemetery.
This record corresponds to Texas Historical Commission Atlas #5411000307. Use the map below for its exact position and turn-by-turn directions.
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