Threshold for settlement of Lampasas, San Saba counties. Commemorates homestead site of Robert D. McAnelly (1806-1888) who came here in early 1830's; was surveyor of large areas of surrounding land. McAnelly's Bend was named for him in 1858. His son, Cornelius, was first white child born in Lampasas County.
McAnelly Settlement
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McAnelly Settlement is a historical marker in Lometa vicinity, Lampasas County, dedicated in 1967. It is one of 73 historical markers documented in Lampasas County in the Texas Historical Commission Atlas, among 122 historic sites cataloged across the county.
The site sits at 31.1221, -98.5137 near Lometa vicinity. The nearest cataloged historic site is Bend Sand Hill (cemetery), about 1.2 miles away. Others within a short drive include Patrick, Medlin, and Brister.
This record corresponds to Texas Historical Commission Atlas #5281003273. Use the map below for its exact position and turn-by-turn directions.
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