Crowell, Marion Wesley (Baldy)

Born in DeSoto. In World War I, served with distinction in Co. C, 111th Rngineers, A. E. F. Moved to Louise, 1933. Married Jessie Thomas, 1936. Was twice commander, Craig-Harriss Post, American Legion. First president Louise Chamber of Commerce. A leader in religious, civic and political affairs. "Leave it to Baldy," (a tribute by Senator culp Krueger): Leave it to Baldy, oft heard refrain. Accomplished by Baldy--his claim to fame. Country boy with a gentle air; for others always time to spare. Served his community, fellow man; worked in harmony with God's plan. "Leave it to Baldy!" rings in our ears, our charge, our challenge through coming years. (1965)

Crowell, Marion Wesley (Baldy) is a historical marker in Louise, Wharton County. It is one of 44 historical markers documented in Wharton County in the Texas Historical Commission Atlas, among 128 historic sites cataloged across the county.

The site sits at 29.1111, -96.4099 near Louise. The nearest cataloged historic site is Louise Methodist Church (historical marker), about under a tenth of a mile away. Others within a short drive include St. Procopius, Louise Community Cemetery, and Sandies.

This record corresponds to Texas Historical Commission Atlas #5481003216. Use the map below for its exact position and turn-by-turn directions.