Marshall Clinton Formby, Jr. (THC #5125012739)

Marshall Clinton Formby, Jr. (APR. 12, 1911 - DEC. 27, 1984) Marshall Formby moved with his family from Hopkins County, Texas, to McAdoo at the age of five and worked most of his life for the betterment of West Texas. A graduate of Spur High School, Formby earned a degree in government from Texas Tech University before serving in World War II. A pioneer radio station owner in several West Texas towns, he later completed a law degree. His public service continued as a Texas Highway Commissioner and member of the Texas Tech Board of Regents. Active on many civic and cultural boards, Formby received numerous honors and awards. Recorded - 2002

Marshall Clinton Formby, Jr. is a historical marker in McAdoo, Dickens County, dedicated in 2002. It is one of 13 historical markers documented in Dickens County in the Texas Historical Commission Atlas, among 20 historic sites cataloged across the county.

The site sits at 33.7253, -101.0221 near McAdoo. The nearest cataloged historic site is McAdoo (cemetery), about under a tenth of a mile away. Others within a short drive include Marshall Clinton Formby, Jr., Amity, and Espuela.

This record corresponds to Texas Historical Commission Atlas #5125012739. Use the map below for its exact position and turn-by-turn directions.