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HENRY N. (MAN) BELL
(Aug. 27, 1856 - Nov. 15, 1934)

Born in Arkansas. Began work as peace officer, 1882, during infamous "wire cutter" activities (conflict between cattlemen who favored open range and those who bought and fenced land). With two terms as Sheriff, gave over 21 years continuous service to Bastrop County.


State Historical Survey Committee, Recorded, 1968.

TX-95, Fairview Cemetery, 1 mile SE of Bastrop, Bastrop County Texas

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