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HISTORICAL MARKERS GUIDE: WHARTON COUNTY

Pierce, Shanghai, Ranch

FM 526, SE of Pierce
Pierce

Year Marker Erected: 1936
Location: 1 mile S.E. of Pierce on Pierce Ranch (entrance to ranch is on FM 526, across from Post Office)

Marker Text:
The home of a great trail driver Abel H. Pierce, born in June 29, 1834. Died December 26, 1900. From a penniless cowboy, he rose through energy and shrewdness to the rank of "cattle king."